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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book III, Chapters 1-6.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What do Taeko, Sachiko and Teinosuke think considering the strange circumstances at the dinner party?
(a) That they did not follow proper protocol.
(b) That their friendship is over.
(c) That they came the wrong day.
(d) That they are not welcome.

2. Why does the main house stay in the small house in Tokyo?
(a) It is solidly built.
(b) It is in a nice neighborhood.
(c) It is inexpensive.
(d) Thei neighboor is an influencial man.

3. When does Sachiko plan on returning to Osaka?
(a) After a few days vacation.
(b) After Etsuko see the doctor.
(c) After a couple weeks at the main house.
(d) As soon as she can find room in a hospital for Etsuko.

4. What does Yukiko sometimes do in the main house?
(a) Cleans in place of her sister.
(b) Argues with her sister.
(c) Brings male friends.
(d) Goes alone to her room and cries.

5. Where is the main house of the Makioka family?
(a) Osaka.
(b) Tokyo.
(c) Kyoto.
(d) Kobe.

Short Answer Questions

1. What is Nomura's odd habit?

2. How many mistresses does Okubata have?

3. What does Okubata do during the recital?

4. Why does Sachiko not want to urge Yukiko about a new suitor?

5. What do Sachiko, Teinosuke, Etsuko and O-Haru write to Yukiko?

(see the answer key)

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