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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through The Scar, In the Rain, and The Cluster of Mosquitoes.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What month is it when the anniversary of the Buddhist capital is celebrated?
(a) May.
(b) June.
(c) April.
(d) March.

2. What type of a dwarf tree used to belong to Yasuko's sister?
(a) Oak.
(b) Pine.
(c) Maple.
(d) Cherry.

3. What are the dresses made from that Kikuko brings Fusako from Tokyo?
(a) Rayon.
(b) Cotton.
(c) Silk.
(d) Polyester.

4. What type of tree is over the bench where Kikuko waits to meet Shingo?
(a) Maple.
(b) Wild plum.
(c) Gingko.
(d) Cherry.

5. What beverage does Kikuko serve Shingo mornings and evenings?
(a) Rice wine.
(b) Tea.
(c) Coffee.
(d) Plum wine.

Short Answer Questions

1. How long has the maid been gone?

2. What is Eiko wearing on New Year's Day when she visits the Ogata family?

3. What do tourists pay to ring the bell for the anniversary celebration?

4. What does Shingo buy after Kikuko gives the family gifts?

5. What color sweater does Kikuko wear when she meets Shingo in a garden?

(see the answer key)

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