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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 47 | Chapter 48.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How many children does Genji have?
(a) Five.
(b) Four.
(c) Three.
(d) Unknown.

2. What happens to Genji's mother at the beginning of the novel?
(a) She falls ill and dies.
(b) She leaves Genji's father.
(c) She gives Genji up.
(d) She becomes a nun.

3. What does Niou send to the women in mourning in Uji?
(a) Silks and furs.
(b) A love letter.
(c) Scarves.
(d) A letter of condolence.

4. Where is the Suzaku Emporer's temple located?
(a) The East Mountain.
(b) The West Mountain.
(c) Along the coast.
(d) In the Byodin valley.

5. How does Genji prepare for his daughter's initiation?
(a) Has a mural constructed.
(b) Sends her to school.
(c) Goes to the court.
(d) Collects literature.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where do the ministers go for their royal outing?

2. With whom does Genji sit on the royal outing?

3. What is believed to be the cause of the situation in Genji's homeland since he has left home in Chapter 13?

4. Why does the Reizei Emperor abdicate the throne?

5. What does Genji's father do to protect him?

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