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This test consists of 5 short answer questions and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. What was Ukifune leaning against when first found near the Uji river?

2. How many children does Genji have?

3. Where is the Suzaku Emporer's temple located?

4. What eventually happens to Ukifune?

5. Where do Kaoru and Niou go on their pilgrimage?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

The author continues to write even after Genji's death takes place. Up until his death, the novel has centered upon Genji's character. Why do you believe that the novel continues afterward? What could this possibly suggest?

Essay Topic 2

Ukifune successfully escapes the advances made by Kaoru. While other women in the novel were not able to escape the clutches of men. Why is Ukifune's escape significant? Do you find that it is significant? What might her escape suggest?

Essay Topic 3

Could Ukifune's suicide attempt and escape from Kaoru and Niou be a metaphor for something else? What? How do you see this demonstrated in the text?

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