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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Section 5: Chapters 25-30.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Izzy see numerous examples of in Akio's former bedroom?
(a) Model planes.
(b) Service awards.
(c) Books about animals.
(d) Sharpshooting trophies.

2. What did Makoto tell Hanako would make him feel like a "tree without sunlight" (26)?
(a) Being disowned by his family.
(b) Staying in America.
(c) Losing his relationship with her.
(d) Not finishing his education.

3. How do the furnishings of her father's office make Izzy feel?
(a) She feels embarrassed about how little she knows about the world.
(b) She feels important because of her association with her father.
(c) She feels as if everything in her life is cheap by comparison.
(d) She feels proud to have a life focused on people instead of things.

4. What does the expression "newly minted" mean (1)?
(a) Recently grown.
(b) Recently made.
(c) Recently discovered.
(d) Recently refreshed.

5. What bothers the emperor about Izzy?
(a) Her clothing is too bold.
(b) She is an American citizen.
(c) She is too outspoken.
(d) Her parents are not married.

Short Answer Questions

1. During the train ride to Kyoto, what does Mr. Fuchigami say traditional Japanese people do out of respect for the gods?

2. What is the English translation of Akio's childhood nickname?

3. What song does Akio play for Izzy when she meets him in Chapter 26?

4. What form of poetry does Izzy use in the note that she writes to Akio in Chapter 28?

5. What does Izzy say feels like being "sent to the principal's office" (167)?

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