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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 12 – Gladioli (March 1975).

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Takeo feel about the land reform?
(a) He understands that reform needed to happen to save the country.
(b) He gloats about how little has changed, despite the reform.
(c) He is bitter that he has lost so much land due to reform.
(d) He is unhappy with the harsh treatment of landowners.

2. In Chapter 10, why is Yuki unable to sleep the night Mr. Kimura visits the house?
(a) She cannot stop thinking about divorce.
(b) She can hear Mr. Kimura and Shizuko talking too loudly.
(c) She feels ill from the sandwich she had for dinner.
(d) She is worried about a swimming competition.

3. Select the character below who says, "I don't pretend. I hate you."
(a) Hanae.
(b) Yuki.
(c) Hideki.
(d) Masa.

4. What does Hanae's doctor mean when he tells her it is too late?
(a) She can no longer have children; she waited too long to see him.
(b) She will never again look like a teenager.
(c) She will never see again due to her extended exposure to cleaning chemicals.
(d) She will die soon of cancer; there is no point in pursuing treatment.

5. In fourth grade, what does Shizuko say about the picture of the emperor?
(a) The picture is very grand and holy.
(b) The emperor is a man to be respected.
(c) The colors used in the picture are very bright.
(d) The emperor has a funny nose and looks silly.

Short Answer Questions

1. At the end of Chapter 10, what does Yuki believe Shizuko would have wished for if given the chance?

2. Why does Hideki no longer fear what death will be like?

3. Why does Yuki's throat feel scratchy in Chapter 7?

4. What does Shizuko's mother say the morning of the wake?

5. Why does Yuki apologize to Masa in Chapter 7?

(see the answer key)

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