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This test consists of 15 multiple choice questions and 5 short answer questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," what do Natsu and Naruse talk about during their phone call after the earthquake?
(a) The government and the energy industry's incompetence.
(b) Protests and petitions in response to the disaster.
(c) Natsu's novel and its success.
(d) Fukushima and the nuclear disaster.

2. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," what is Natsu doing at the beginning of the chapter?
(a) Working on her novel.
(b) Relaxing on an island vacation.
(c) Reflecting on her past relationship.
(d) Writing a series of essays.

3. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," what is Midoriko's current situation?
(a) She is pregnant with her boyfriend's child.
(b) She is studying to become a doctor.
(c) She is enjoying a happy relationship with Haruyama.
(d) She is traveling to museums on an island vacation.

4. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," what concern does the woman express about using a sperm donor from the internet?
(a) The cost of overnighting the sperm from a distant donor.
(b) The risk of infectious diseases from self-injection.
(c) The potential lack of genetic information about the donor.
(d) The possibility of meeting a donor at a cafe.

5. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," where is the reading event held?
(a) Second floor of a compact building near Jiyugaoka Station.
(b) First floor of a small building near Jiyugaoka Station.
(c) Third floor of a compact building near Jiyugaoka Station.
(d) Fourth floor of a large building near Jiyugaoka Station.

6. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition?", what makes Natsu feel depressed and disheartened after her first book?
(a) The book receives negative reviews from critics.
(b) The book is not well-received by TV personalities.
(c) Natsu's editor criticizes her writing harshly.
(d) The book did not find any real readers.

7. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," what differentiated the Danish sperm bank Velkommen from other options the woman considers?
(a) They provide non-anonymous sperm for single women.
(b) They allow children to find out their father's identity in the future.
(c) They offer lower prices compared to other sperm banks.
(d) They have a large number of available donors from Japan.

8. In Book Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," what does Sengawa want to discuss with Natsu during their dinner meetup?
(a) Natsu's novel.
(b) Her recent perm.
(c) A book she was working on.
(d) Her plans for the New Year.

9. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," what is the color of the webpage with the timetable for breast implants?
(a) Blue.
(b) Pink.
(c) Green.
(d) Yellow.

10. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," what is the plan for the event?
(a) To have an open discussion from the beginning.
(b) To have Jun Aizawa speak throughout the entire event.
(c) To share thoughts during the first half and have Jun Aizawa speak in the second half.
(d) To listen to Jun Aizawa's story only.

11. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," what does Natsu learn about the male novelist during the party?
(a) He has a reputation for being arrogant and boastful.
(b) He is shy and reserved in social situations.
(c) He is friendly and liked by everyone at the party.
(d) He is humble about his achievements and fame.

12. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," what happens between Natsu and Naruse three years after coming to Tokyo?
(a) They drift apart and loose contact with each other.
(b) They have a major argument about the government's response to the disaster.
(c) They break up due to Naruse's infidelity.
(d) They get married and have a baby together.

13. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," what kind of books does the famous author write?
(a) Mystery novels with intricate plots.
(b) Non-fiction works on historical events.
(c) Self-help books on personal development.
(d) Fantasy books for children and young adults.

14. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition?", Natsu and her friends discuss a hypothetical situation involving a life-saving decision. What is the situation?
(a) Whether to receive a kidney transplant.
(b) Whether to give a kidney to a dying husband.
(c) Whether to donate a kidney to a stranger.
(d) Whether to give a kidney to a dying friend.

15. In Book Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," how does Natsu feel about approaching Jun Aizawa?
(a) Anxious and unsure about whether she should say anything.
(b) Fearful of his reaction and hesitant to speak with him.
(c) Confident and eager to ask questions.
(d) Nervous but determined to make a good impression.

Short Answer Questions

1. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," why does Natsu search for breast implants same day on her phone?

2. In Book Two: Chapter 13, "A Tall Order," what organization is Aizawa a member of in the chapter?

3. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," why does the woman in the special mention that she is glad she went through with having a child on her own?

4. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," what challenges does Natsu face in her consideration of visiting a sperm bank for donation?

5. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," why does the woman hesitate to tell Sengawa about the idea of getting pregnant from donated sperm?

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