Word
Definition
Definition
Someone who brings news or important information.
A messenger.
What is a palace?
It is a large and impressive building that is typically the residence of a royal family.
What is the first name of the surgeon's wife?
Hana
How did the American react when he awoke?
The American was terrified.
Why did the cook think Sadao wanted to save the American’s life?
The cook thought that Sadao’s professional pride as a surgeon made him want to save the man’s life.
Someone who betrays their country or cause.
A traitor
What is a skill?
It is something you can do well because you've practiced or learned it.
What is the servant's name?
Yumi
What did the servants decide to do?
They decided to leave.
What was Hana's internal conflict regarding the prisoner?
On the one hand, she knew that the man should be turned over to the police. On the other hand, she had a feeling that that would be wrong.
To inspect or check carefully.
To examine
What is "to comfort"?
To make someone feel better or less sad by offering support or care.
What is the surgeon's full name?
Sadao Hoki.
What was Yumi worried about?
Yumi was worried that the baby would miss her.
Why Sadao didn't send the report about the prisoner?
He cannot bring himself to turn the man in.
The idea that events are predetermined and unavoidable.
Fate
What is "to be condemned"?
It means to be punished for something.
What is the PoW's name?
Tom.
Who did Sadao type a letter to?
Sadao typed a letter to the chief of police.
Why is Hana relieved?
She finds out that the man has come to call Sadao to the palace to treat the General, who is in pain.
A feeling of intense fear.
Fright
What is "to be washed up"?
It means something, like a piece of debris or an object, that has been carried by the water and left on the shore.
What is the General's last name?
General Takima.
What message did the messenger deliver?
A messenger came to summon Sadao to the palace to treat the old General.
Why is Sadao determined to get rid of the man?
He understands what Hana is going through and wants to spare her.