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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," how does Natsu try to reach Makiko?
2. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," what is the name of the clinic Makiko goes to?
3. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," how does Natsu feel when thinking about her past relationship with Naruse?
4. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," what is the plan for the event?
5. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," why does Rie plan to move to Wakayama?
Short Essay Questions
1. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," examine the impact of Naruse's comment about Natsu being better off alone on her emotional state and self-perception. How does this comment shape her future decisions and outlook on relationships?
2. In Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," describe Natsu's experience at the reading event. How does she react to the monotonous reading and the sweltering environment?
3. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," analyze the changes in Natsu's relationship with Naruse over time, from their deep connection as friends to their eventual breakup.
4. Book Two: Chapter 11, "I Am So Happy Cause Today...," how does Sengawa respond to Natsu's remarks about feeling overheated during the event? How do they end up at the afterparty?
5. In Book One: Chapter 7, "All That You Hold Dear," what significance does the late-night trip to the store with Midoriko hold in the story, and how does it affect their mother-daughter relationship?
6. In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," what internal conflict does Natsu face regarding the idea of donor conception?
7. In Book Two: Chapter 10, "Choose From The Following Options," discuss the impact of Natsu's research on sperm donation and fertility treatment on her thoughts and emotions.
8. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition," how does Natsu's perception of luck change as her career progresses?
9. In Book Two: Chapter 8, "Where Is Your Ambition," explore the significance of Natsu's name, Natsuko Natsume, in the context of her identity and artistic journey. Analyze how her name reflects her connection to her mother's family and its impact on her writing and sense of self.
10. In Book Two: Chapter 9, "All The Little Flowers," explore Natsu's internal struggle with her sexuality and the societal expectations of fulfilling her partner's desires.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
In Book Two: Chapter 15, "Take It or Leave it," analyze the protagonist's traumatic encounter in Shibuya with Onda, the man from the internet.
Essay Topic 2
In Book Two: Chapter 12, "Merry Christmas," explore the symbolic meaning of Christmas in the context of the story and its connection to Natsu's experiences.
Essay Topic 3
In Book Two: Chapter 16, "Burning Up," how does Natsu's grief and emotional turmoil in the passage reflect the complexities of human relationships, loss, and the struggle to truly understand and connect with others?
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