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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 44.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What is the rumor going around the school in Chapter 26?
(a) The rifle club with disband.
(b) The school will close down to prepare for impending air raids.
(c) Instructor Tamori will be retiring at the end of the school year.
(d) English language classes will no longer be taught in schools.

2. According to Toshiko, why will Moiro most likely not receive his call-up papers?
(a) Morio is too small and barely passed the physical exam.
(b) Morio has webbed feet.
(c) Morio is too old and has bad eyesight.
(d) Morio never took the physical exam.

3. What is no longer published in newspapers?
(a) Obituaries.
(b) Weather reports.
(c) Reports on raids.
(d) Advertisements.

4. What does Sumiyama believe is the profound wish of every Japanese man?
(a) To serve one's country.
(b) To serve one's family.
(c) To serve God.
(d) To serve one's own ambitions.

5. Why does Toshiko want her children to learn how to use silverware?
(a) Silverware is easier to wash.
(b) Toshiko does not want her children to feel awkward when using cutlery.
(c) Silverware is more hygienic.
(d) All of Toshiko's friends use silverware, and she wants to fit in.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does H hear the local housewives say about the operators of those boxes?

2. What does H believe he sees circling above the ruins of his home?

3. What is the rumor going around H's school?

4. What do the boys intend to do with the rifle club's rifles?

5. What does Ishizuka's father give H before they leave?

(see the answer key)

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