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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. Takatsuki tells Kafuku that all men are living with "a blind spot" (34) in relation to what topic?
2. Tanimura's father had worked in what position during Tanimura's childhood?
3. For how long had Kitaru been dating his long-time girlfriend before Tanimura had accompanied the couple on a date?
4. From what location does Tanimura hail?
5. What main element do Kitaru and Tanimura have in common?
Short Essay Questions
1. Which of Misaki Watari's qualities make her a perfect fit for her role as Kafuku's personal driver?
2. Describe Misaki Watari's appearance.
3. How does Kitaru justify to Tanimura his butchering of the lyrics to the Beatles' song Yesterday?
4. What are the conditions of Misaki Watari's employment with Kafuku?
5. What evidence does Kafuku give for his claim that Misaki Watari is an "excellent driver" (9)?
6. How does Kafuku feel about Misaki Watari's tendency to remain quiet as she drives?
7. Discuss Kafuku's history with his beloved Saab.
8. How does Kitaru feel about "things being smooth and comfortable" (52) in life?
9. Discuss the nature of Kafuku's love for his late wife.
10. How does Tanimura characterize the Kansai dialect spoken by his friend Kitaru?
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Analyze Murakami's focus on the theme of transformation in Haruki Murakami's short story collection Men Without Women. What message is being sent about the nature of change?
Essay Topic 2
How do the themes of deception and secrecy function within the book and what is Murakami's message regarding these themes?
Essay Topic 3
Write a critical essay about Haruki Murakami's short story collection Men Without Women while using the critical power theory lens of feminist theory. Use textual evidence to back up your strong, specific claim regarding the book's treatment of gender roles, the objectification of women, female empowerment, misogyny's role within society, or any other issues related to feminist theory that can be found in the book.
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