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What has Snehamoy been troubled about regarding Miyage?
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?
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?
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?
What task did Miyage frequently remind Snehamoy to do?
In what way did Snehamoy feel connected to Miyage over the years?
In what way did Snehamoy feel connected to Miyage over the years?
What was Snehamoy's primary activity concerning Miyage during his wife's sickness?
What was Snehamoy's primary activity concerning Miyage during his wife's sickness?
How did Snehamoy feel about his aunt's question about whether he would leave?
How did Snehamoy feel about his aunt's question about whether he would leave?
What did the boy express a desire for regarding Miyage?
What did the boy express a desire for regarding Miyage?
What adjustment did Snehamoy begin to accept concerning the widow?
What adjustment did Snehamoy begin to accept concerning the widow?
What was Snehamoy's attitude towards his marriage with Miyage?
What was Snehamoy's attitude towards his marriage with Miyage?
What did the widow do every morning in Snehamoy's home?
What did the widow do every morning in Snehamoy's home?
How did Snehamoy expect to react to the widow and her child?
How did Snehamoy expect to react to the widow and her child?
What was Snehamoy’s reaction to the boy calling his aunt 'Dida'?
What was Snehamoy’s reaction to the boy calling his aunt 'Dida'?
What did the boy frequently ask about, reflecting his curiosity?
What did the boy frequently ask about, reflecting his curiosity?
What action did Snehamoy take before returning home?
What action did Snehamoy take before returning home?
How did Snehamoy feel upon entering his room after returning home?
How did Snehamoy feel upon entering his room after returning home?
What recurring suggestion did Snehamoy's aunt make regarding Miyage?
What recurring suggestion did Snehamoy's aunt make regarding Miyage?
What was the initial reaction of Kaku when the idea of flying kites was proposed?
What was the initial reaction of Kaku when the idea of flying kites was proposed?
What preparations were necessary for the kite-flying day?
What preparations were necessary for the kite-flying day?
How much line is required for each kite according to Snehamoy's calculations?
How much line is required for each kite according to Snehamoy's calculations?
Why did the boy initially frown when discussing the length of line required for flying kites?
Why did the boy initially frown when discussing the length of line required for flying kites?
What crucial material was used to sharpen the kite lines for the upcoming kite fight?
What crucial material was used to sharpen the kite lines for the upcoming kite fight?
How did they ensure the lines stood out during kite flying?
How did they ensure the lines stood out during kite flying?
What was the main activity that took place in the courtyard as described in the content?
What was the main activity that took place in the courtyard as described in the content?
What event was chosen for the kite-flying celebration?
What event was chosen for the kite-flying celebration?
Flashcards
Snehamoy's predicament
Snehamoy's predicament
Snehamoy is caught in a difficult situation due to the unexpected return of his estranged bride, Miyage, possibly because of a past engagement and proposal.
Snehamoy's relationship with Miyage
Snehamoy's relationship with Miyage
A deep, long-standing bond between two individuals, marked by letters expressing love, support, and concern, as well as advice relating to financial and practical life concerns.
Snehamoy's connection to the river
Snehamoy's connection to the river
The river serves as a source of solace and counsel for Snehamoy, acting as a confidant throughout various life events.
Effect of Miyage's return
Effect of Miyage's return
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Snehamoy's Role as a Husband
Snehamoy's Role as a Husband
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Snehamoy's Marital Status
Snehamoy's Marital Status
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Miyage's Absence
Miyage's Absence
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Snehamoy's Decision
Snehamoy's Decision
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Tidied Room
Tidied Room
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Snehamoy's Feelings
Snehamoy's Feelings
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Kite-flying preparation
Kite-flying preparation
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Kite lines preparation
Kite lines preparation
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Suitable field for kite-flying
Suitable field for kite-flying
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Kite-fight preparation
Kite-fight preparation
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Line sharpening
Line sharpening
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Line Coating
Line Coating
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Calculating line length
Calculating line length
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Kite fight preparations
Kite fight preparations
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Snehamoy's Responsibilities
Snehamoy's Responsibilities
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Miyage's Illness
Miyage's Illness
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Strength in Adversity
Strength in Adversity
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Snehamoy's Occupation
Snehamoy's Occupation
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The Geisha Doll
The Geisha Doll
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Widow's Role in the Household
Widow's Role in the Household
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Lakshmi's Worship
Lakshmi's Worship
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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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