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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part One, Pages 38 - 65.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In the spring, how long had Shimamura spent in the mountains?
(a) Seven days.
(b) Three days.
(c) One month.
(d) Two weeks.

2. What kind of geisha does Shimamura request?
(a) A young and good-looking one.
(b) An experienced one.
(c) One who is talented musically.
(d) One who dances beautifully.

3. When Komako visits Shimamura's room, what does he try to persuade Komako to do?
(a) To get herself a room at the inn.
(b) To stay the night.
(c) To walk home.
(d) To call a taxi.

4. In Shimamura's room at night, what does Komako claim is ailing her before stating that she must go home?
(a) A stomach ache.
(b) Dizziness.
(c) A headache.
(d) A fever.

5. What does Komako find strange that Shimamura hadn't mentioned?
(a) That Shimamura is married.
(b) That Shimamura had seen her at the train station.
(c) That Shimamura will be leaving for Tokyo.
(d) That Shimamura is interested in Yoko.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Shimamura say left him at the sight of the young geisha?

2. What has Komako cataloged since she was a teenager?

3. What is Komako's purpose in creating her catalog?

4. What does Komako make a list of?

5. How does Shimamura admit he acted toward the young geisha?

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