The Setting Sun - Chapters 2-3 Quiz

What does Kazuko find in a crate of Naoji's possessions?

Question Answer Choices A notebook labeled 'Moonflower Journal.' A photograph of his mother. A letter from his friend. A pair of old shoes.

What incident occurs when Kazuko burns the snake eggs?

Question Answer Choices She accidentally burns down the house. She accidentally burns her mother's belongings. She accidentally starts a fire. She accidentally injures herself.

What does Kazuko feel she is becoming as she works in the fields?

Question Answer Choices A strong, independent woman. A skilled farmer. A coarse, low-class woman. A responsible adult.

What does Kazuko's mother suggest Kazuko should do for the family's survival?

Question Answer Choices Sell their house. Move to Tokyo. Work in the fields. Take a job as a governess.

What did Kazuko's former husband accuse her of?

Question Answer Choices Neglecting their child. Stealing money. Having a lover. Lying about her past.

Who suggests that Kazuko visit the mayor and other villagers with packets of money and apologies?

Question Answer Choices The policeman. Naoji. Osaki. Uncle Wada.

What does Kazuko's mother learn from Uncle Wada about Naoji?

Question Answer Choices Naoji is moving to another country. Naoji is addicted to opium. Naoji has found a job. Naoji is getting married.

What does Naoji do with the 2,000 yen his mother gave him?

Question Answer Choices Invests in a new business. Gives it to Kazuko. Goes to Tokyo and does not return for almost ten days. Buys medicine for his mother.

What does Naoji write about in his 'Moonflower Journal'?

Question Answer Choices His plans to write a novel, possessions to pawn, society's duplicity, and his mental suffering. His travels around the world, his new friends, and his hobbies. His childhood memories, his favorite books, and his dreams. His daily activities, his diet, and his exercise routine.

What does Kazuko remember about her wartime experiences?

Question Answer Choices She was injured in an air raid. A young officer gave her a book and brought her lunch. She worked in a factory making weapons. She was sent to a different country.