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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Autumn: October, 1938.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who does Stephen refer to as "master of the house" in the journal entry about his September, 1938 visit?
(a) Keiko's father.
(b) Matsu.
(c) Himself.
(d) His father.

2. How does Stephen respond to Keiko's addressing of her father's behavior?
(a) He pushes her to discuss the issue.
(b) He is saddened by her behavior.
(c) He gets angry at her attitude.
(d) He says her understands due to the war.

3. What is Stephen's reaction to his father's visit to Tamuri in October of 1937?
(a) Unphased.
(b) Suspicious.
(c) Annoyed at the intrusion.
(d) Surprised, but elated.

4. What event in 1923 destroyed all the houses and left many dead?
(a) An earthquake.
(b) An attack.
(c) A hurricane.
(d) A fire.

5. What is Setsbun?
(a) A totem to keep away demons, cold, and pestilence.
(b) The name of the shrine they visit in Tama.
(c) The first rites of spring.
(d) A canvas for a special Japanese painting.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Sachi say was Matsu's opposite?

2. What explanation is given for the names of the children in Stephen's family?

3. What was Sachi's impression of Matsu when they first met?

4. What object does Tomoko ask Matsu to bring to her after she is afflicted with leprosy?

5. What does the throwing of beans represent?

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