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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Part Two, Pages 139 - 172.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Shimamura and Komako talk about?
(a) The train.
(b) The mountains.
(c) The hot springs.
(d) Books.

2. Who does Shimamura notice at the noodle shop in 'Chijimi country'?
(a) A group of nuns.
(b) A beautiful geisha.
(c) Yoko.
(d) A local politician.

3. What does Komako say of her work ethic to Shimamura?
(a) Komako has never had to work hard a day in her life.
(b) Komako envies people who take joy in their work.
(c) Komako works just enough to get by.
(d) Komako worked harder than anyone in her family.

4. In her new home, what must Komako do to save electricity?
(a) Burn coal for heat.
(b) Wash her clothes by hand.
(c) Bathe in cold water.
(d) Read by candlelight.

5. The day after Shimamura and Komako sleep together, where does Shimamura depart for?
(a) Tokyo.
(b) Osaka.
(c) Niigata.
(d) A neighboring village.

Short Answer Questions

1. How does Komako practice music?

2. What is Komako told about Yukio at the train station?

3. How many geisha serve the thirty guests of the party that Komako works at?

4. In Shimamura's room at night, what does Komako say she will do until she has recovered from her ailment?

5. What does Komako write in her diary?

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