The Japanese Wife Quiz

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What has Snehamoy been troubled about regarding Miyage?

Her proposal to him many years ago (correct)

The possibility of her returning to the village (correct)

How to console her after her mother's death

Her reaction to the arrival of distant relatives (correct)

What role does the river play in Snehamoy's life?

It serves as a source of comfort and reflection. (correct)

It represents his financial investments.

It is a place for social gatherings in the village.

It is where he first met Miyage.

How did Snehamoy respond to the troubles in their village?

He sought help from the villagers.

He ignored the situation altogether.

He wrote to Miyage expressing his agony. (correct)

He moved away from the village.

What task did Miyage frequently remind Snehamoy to do?

To take care of his aunt's health. (A) Signup and view all the answers

In what way did Snehamoy feel connected to Miyage over the years?

By reading her letters and responding to them. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was Snehamoy's primary activity concerning Miyage during his wife's sickness?

Writing letters and discussing her health (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did Snehamoy feel about his aunt's question about whether he would leave?

He was confused about his own motives. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What did the boy express a desire for regarding Miyage?

To marry her (B) Signup and view all the answers

What adjustment did Snehamoy begin to accept concerning the widow?

Her cooking style (D) Signup and view all the answers

What was Snehamoy's attitude towards his marriage with Miyage?

He felt it mattered little that they hadn't met in twenty years. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What did the widow do every morning in Snehamoy's home?

Wait outside his door (A) Signup and view all the answers

How did Snehamoy expect to react to the widow and her child?

He believed they might return to her in-laws. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was Snehamoy’s reaction to the boy calling his aunt 'Dida'?

He accepted it without feeling much. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What did the boy frequently ask about, reflecting his curiosity?

The geography of Japan (A) Signup and view all the answers

What action did Snehamoy take before returning home?

Purchased items at the market. (C) Signup and view all the answers

How did Snehamoy feel upon entering his room after returning home?

He felt warmth and cheerfulness inside. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What recurring suggestion did Snehamoy's aunt make regarding Miyage?

To arrange a visit to Japan. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What was the initial reaction of Kaku when the idea of flying kites was proposed?

Surprised and reluctant as he did not know how to fly them. (D) Signup and view all the answers

What preparations were necessary for the kite-flying day?

Finding a suitable field and preparing lines coated with glass. (A) Signup and view all the answers

How much line is required for each kite according to Snehamoy's calculations?

500 feet per kite. (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why did the boy initially frown when discussing the length of line required for flying kites?

He believed there should be additional line for tangling situations. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What crucial material was used to sharpen the kite lines for the upcoming kite fight?

Finely ground glass. (D) Signup and view all the answers

How did they ensure the lines stood out during kite flying?

By adding a touch of vermilion dye to the glass. (A) Signup and view all the answers

What was the main activity that took place in the courtyard as described in the content?

Making and applying a uniform layer of the glass mixture onto kite lines. (B) Signup and view all the answers

What event was chosen for the kite-flying celebration?

Biswakarma - the god of machines. (B) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Book Title and Author

Title: The Japanese Wife
Author: Kunal Basu

Summary

The book is a love story between an Indian man and a Japanese woman.
Their relationship is built entirely on letters.
The story is filled with unusual events and intriguing characters.
The story is told from the perspective of an Indian teacher who falls in love with a mysterious Japanese Woman via letters.

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