Short Story: On the Cold Bench
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Short Story: On the Cold Bench

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What did the protagonist do to resolve their discomfort on the bench?

  • Rest their back on the chair
  • Stretched their back muscles
  • Lied face-down on the bench (correct)
  • Sat in a different position
  • Where was the protagonist waiting for Ayanokōji Kiyotaka?

  • At the school gate
  • At a bus stop
  • In a café
  • At a bench near Keyaki Mall (correct)
  • How did the protagonist feel when they heard Ayanokōji Kiyotaka's voice?

  • Nervous
  • At ease (correct)
  • Excited
  • Annoyed
  • What was the protagonist's initial reaction to their discomfort on the bench?

    <p>'Mm… I can’t rest well.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the protagonist respond when asked what they were doing in such a place?

    <p>'I was, believe it or not, waiting for you, Ayanokōji Kiyotaka.'</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What method did the protagonist eventually find comfortable for waiting on the bench?

    <p>Lying face-down on the bench</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the protagonist's initial feeling about their body position on the bench?

    <p>Discomfort</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where was the protagonist waiting for Ayanokōji Kiyotaka?

    <p>Bench near Keyaki Mall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the protagonist feel when they heard Ayanokōji Kiyotaka's voice?

    <p>At ease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What resolved the protagonist's discomfort on the bench?

    <p>'Lying face-down' position</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Protagonist's Discomfort Resolution

    • The protagonist adjusted their position on the bench to alleviate discomfort.
    • Switching to a more relaxed stance allowed for better comfort while waiting.

    Location of Wait

    • The protagonist was waiting for Ayanokōji Kiyotaka at a specific location, signifying importance in the narrative.

    Reaction to Ayanokōji Kiyotaka's Voice

    • Upon hearing Ayanokōji Kiyotaka's voice, the protagonist experienced a surge of emotions, indicating a strong connection or anticipation.

    Initial Reaction to Discomfort

    • Initially, the protagonist felt uneasy and restless on the bench, struggling to find a position that felt right.

    Response to Inquiry

    • When questioned about their presence in that location, the protagonist provided a vague or evasive answer, reflecting a desire to keep their intentions private.

    Comfortable Waiting Method

    • Ultimately, the protagonist settled into a specific method of sitting on the bench that felt more comfortable, which helped ease their restlessness.

    Body Position Feelings

    • The protagonist's initial feelings regarding their body position were negative, marked by discomfort and tension.

    Conclusion on Discomfort Resolution

    • Adjustments made to body position and finding a suitable way to sit led to the resolution of their discomfort while waiting.

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    Test your memory and knowledge of the short story 'On the Cold Bench' by Ai Morishita. Answer questions about the characters, events, and themes in the story.

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