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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Pages 108 - 139.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What can the old woman that Shimamura meets in the latter half of Part One of the book tell about him from his physique?
(a) That he works hard.
(b) That he has a weak back.
(c) That he is a father.
(d) That he does not drink.

2. Why does Komako have to leave Shimamura's room before daylight?
(a) So that she will not be late for work.
(b) So that Shimamura can sleep in.
(c) So that no one will see her face.
(d) So that she can watch the sun rise.

3. What does Komako insist she and Shimamura do the night before he is to return to Tokyo?
(a) Meet with Yoko.
(b) Go for a walk.
(c) Bathe in the hot springs.
(d) Go drinking.

4. What does Shimamura believe is the relationship between Yoko and Yukio?
(a) Friends.
(b) Brother and sister.
(c) Husband and wife.
(d) Employer and employee.

5. What is the purpose of the town's February festival?
(a) To usher in spring.
(b) To bless local wildlife.
(c) To welcome the new year.
(d) To ward off evil.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much snow is it said could possibly accumulate when Shimamura arrives in snow country?

2. What does Shimamura's wife say he should take care of in her warning about the season?

3. In Shimamura's room at night, what does Komako claim is ailing her before stating that she must go home?

4. What does Shimamura wonder about when he's on the train?

5. Who does Komako says is entitled to decided when a geisha is dismissed?

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