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1.Why does the father of Yoshiko Uchida, the author, wear a bow tie?
He thinks they are the best-looking ties.
It is the only kind that he could tie.
It is required clothing at his first job in the United States.
It is easier to tie than a four-in-hand tie.



2.In what business does Mr. Shimada first become successful?
banking
sewing
laundry
restaurant



3.Why do the Japanese women keep their money with Shimada?
Shimada's house is closer to their homes than the bank is.
They do not believe in the banking system.
U.S. banks would not take their money.
They would not go to a bank where tellers could not speak their language.



4.Why does Mr. Shimada fly the American flag in front of his first store?
The colors of the flag match the store's sign.
The flag might attract more business.
The store contains a U.S. Post Office Station.
Shimada is very patriotic.



5.In what state does Mr. Shimada return to Japan?
as penniless as the day he set off for America
as a proud and wealthy man
as a U.S. citizen with a new political views
as an inspired businessman with many ideas to develop

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