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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 30-33.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Nakata ask for help in purchasing a train ticket?
(a) An elderly black man.
(b) A white tabby cat.
(c) Two business women.
(d) Two school children.

2. Which of the following is NOT something Hoshino does to pass the time while Nakata sleeps?
(a) Eating food.
(b) Reading a book.
(c) Gambling.
(d) Drinking alcohol.

3. How long is the first bus ride on the day that Kafka runs away from home?
(a) Ten hours.
(b) Eight hours.
(c) Four hours.
(d) Six hours.

4. What does Oshima warn Kafka about the woods surrounding his cabin?
(a) It gets very dark.
(b) It is full of bears.
(c) It is very easy to get lost in them.
(d) He does not warn Kafka about the woods.

5. Which direction does Nakata want to travel on the Tomei Highway?
(a) West.
(b) East.
(c) South.
(d) North.

Short Answer Questions

1. When Kafka first meets Sakura, what does he wonder about her?

2. How old was Mrs. Saeki when she first fell in love?

3. In which Japanese city does Kafka live?

4. What is the first place Kafka visits when he has successfully run away from home?

5. How long does Kafka spend unattended at Oshima's cottage?

(see the answer key)

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