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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book I, Chapters 17-22.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who invites Taeko, Sachiko and Teinosuke for dinner in Book I, Chapters 17-22?
(a) Sagoshi.
(b) Tatsuo.
(c) Mrs. Itani.
(d) Katherina.

2. How many sisters form the Makioka family according to Book I, Chapters 1-9?
(a) 3.
(b) 6.
(c) 5.
(d) 4.

3. What type of wife does Segoshi profess his preference for?
(a) Independent.
(b) Accepting western influences.
(c) Quiet and traditional.
(d) Active.

4. What does the man who took over the family business do in order to insure the continuity of the business?
(a) Takes the name Makioka.
(b) Buys the business.
(c) Marries Itsuko.
(d) Sells shares to family members.

5. Who took over the Makioka family business at the death of the patriarch?
(a) Tatsuo.
(b) Etsuko.
(c) Itsubata.
(d) Sashiko.

Short Answer Questions

1. How old was Taeko when she tried to elope?

2. Where is the main house of the Makioka family?

3. Who has final say in the decision to marry Yukiko to Segoshi?

4. Who is O-haru?

5. What do Taeko, Sachiko and Teinosuke think during the dinner?

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