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Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question.This passage is from Lydia Minatoya; The Strangeness of Beauty © 1999 by Lydia Minatoya. The setting is Japan in 1920. Chie and her daughter Naomi are members of the House of Fuji, a noble family.(with edits and reviews)Akira came directly, breaking all tradition. Was that it? Had he followed form—had he asked his mother to speak to his father to approach a Line go-between—would Chie have been more receptive?He came on a winters eve. He pounded on the door while a cold rain beat on the shuttered veranda. So at first Chie thought him only to be the wind. The maid knew better. Chie heard her soft scuttling footsteps, the creak of the door. Then the maid brought a calling card to the drawing room, for Chie.Chie was reluctant to go to her guest; perhaps she was feeling too cozy. She and Naomi were reading at a low table set atop a charcoal brazier. A thick quilt spread over the sides of the table so their legs were tucked inside with the heat."Who is it at this hour, in this weather?" Chie questioned as she picked the name card off the maids lacquer tray."Shinoda, Akira. Kobe Dental College", she read.Naomi recognized the name. Chie heard a soft intake of air."I think you should go", said Naomi.Akira was waiting in the entryway. He was in his early twenties, slim and serious, wearing the black military-style uniform of a student. As he bowed—his hands hanging straight down, a black cap in one, a yellow oil-paper umbrella in the other—Chie glanced beyond him. In the glistening surface of the courtyards rain-drenched paving stones, she saw his reflection like a dark double."Madame", said Akira, "forgive my disruption, but I come with a matter of urgency".His voice was soft and refined. He straightened and stole a deferential peek at her face.In the dim light his eyes shone with sincerity. Chie felt herself starting to like him.She said, "Come inside, get out of this nasty night. Surely your business can wait for a moment or two.""I dont want to trouble you. Normally I would approach you more properly but Ive received word of a position. Ive an opportunity to go to America, as a dentist for Seattles Japanese community", he responded."Congratulations", Chie said with amusement. "That is an opportunity, Im sure. But how am I involved?"Even noting Naomis breathless reaction to the name card, Chie had no idea. Akiras message, delivered like a formal speech, filled her with maternal amusement. You know how children speak so earnestly, so hurriedly, so endearingly about things that have no importance in an adults mind? Thats how she viewed him, as a child.It was how she viewed Naomi. Even though Naomi was eighteen and training endlessly in the arts needed to make a good marriage, Chie had made no effort to find her a husband.Akira blushed and said, "Depending on your response, I may stay in Japan. Ive come to ask for Naomis hand."Suddenly Chie felt the dampness of the night."Does Naomi know anything of your . . . ambitions?""We have an understanding. Please dont judge my candidacy by the unseemliness of this proposal. I ask directly because the use of a go-between takes much time. Either method comes down to the same thing: a matter of parental approval. If you give your consent, I become Naomis yoshi. Well live in the House of Fuji. Without your consent, I must go to America to secure a new home for my bride."Q.Which response from Chie is Akira most apprehensive about?a)She will deem his proposal as inappropriate.b)She will misinterpret his sincerity as immaturity.c)She will regard his unannounced visit as an imposition.d)She will underestimate the depth of his feelings.Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer? for CLAT 2025 is part of CLAT preparation. The Question and answers have been prepared according to the CLAT exam syllabus. Information about Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question.This passage is from Lydia Minatoya; The Strangeness of Beauty © 1999 by Lydia Minatoya. The setting is Japan in 1920. Chie and her daughter Naomi are members of the House of Fuji, a noble family.(with edits and reviews)Akira came directly, breaking all tradition. Was that it? Had he followed form—had he asked his mother to speak to his father to approach a Line go-between—would Chie have been more receptive?He came on a winters eve. He pounded on the door while a cold rain beat on the shuttered veranda. So at first Chie thought him only to be the wind. The maid knew better. Chie heard her soft scuttling footsteps, the creak of the door. Then the maid brought a calling card to the drawing room, for Chie.Chie was reluctant to go to her guest; perhaps she was feeling too cozy. She and Naomi were reading at a low table set atop a charcoal brazier. A thick quilt spread over the sides of the table so their legs were tucked inside with the heat."Who is it at this hour, in this weather?" Chie questioned as she picked the name card off the maids lacquer tray."Shinoda, Akira. Kobe Dental College", she read.Naomi recognized the name. Chie heard a soft intake of air."I think you should go", said Naomi.Akira was waiting in the entryway. He was in his early twenties, slim and serious, wearing the black military-style uniform of a student. As he bowed—his hands hanging straight down, a black cap in one, a yellow oil-paper umbrella in the other—Chie glanced beyond him. In the glistening surface of the courtyards rain-drenched paving stones, she saw his reflection like a dark double."Madame", said Akira, "forgive my disruption, but I come with a matter of urgency".His voice was soft and refined. He straightened and stole a deferential peek at her face.In the dim light his eyes shone with sincerity. Chie felt herself starting to like him.She said, "Come inside, get out of this nasty night. Surely your business can wait for a moment or two.""I dont want to trouble you. Normally I would approach you more properly but Ive received word of a position. Ive an opportunity to go to America, as a dentist for Seattles Japanese community", he responded."Congratulations", Chie said with amusement. "That is an opportunity, Im sure. But how am I involved?"Even noting Naomis breathless reaction to the name card, Chie had no idea. Akiras message, delivered like a formal speech, filled her with maternal amusement. You know how children speak so earnestly, so hurriedly, so endearingly about things that have no importance in an adults mind? Thats how she viewed him, as a child.It was how she viewed Naomi. Even though Naomi was eighteen and training endlessly in the arts needed to make a good marriage, Chie had made no effort to find her a husband.Akira blushed and said, "Depending on your response, I may stay in Japan. Ive come to ask for Naomis hand."Suddenly Chie felt the dampness of the night."Does Naomi know anything of your . . . ambitions?""We have an understanding. Please dont judge my candidacy by the unseemliness of this proposal. I ask directly because the use of a go-between takes much time. Either method comes down to the same thing: a matter of parental approval. If you give your consent, I become Naomis yoshi. Well live in the House of Fuji. Without your consent, I must go to America to secure a new home for my bride."Q.Which response from Chie is Akira most apprehensive about?a)She will deem his proposal as inappropriate.b)She will misinterpret his sincerity as immaturity.c)She will regard his unannounced visit as an imposition.d)She will underestimate the depth of his feelings.Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer? covers all topics & solutions for CLAT 2025 Exam. Find important definitions, questions, meanings, examples, exercises and tests below for Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question.This passage is from Lydia Minatoya; The Strangeness of Beauty © 1999 by Lydia Minatoya. The setting is Japan in 1920. Chie and her daughter Naomi are members of the House of Fuji, a noble family.(with edits and reviews)Akira came directly, breaking all tradition. Was that it? Had he followed form—had he asked his mother to speak to his father to approach a Line go-between—would Chie have been more receptive?He came on a winters eve. He pounded on the door while a cold rain beat on the shuttered veranda. So at first Chie thought him only to be the wind. The maid knew better. Chie heard her soft scuttling footsteps, the creak of the door. Then the maid brought a calling card to the drawing room, for Chie.Chie was reluctant to go to her guest; perhaps she was feeling too cozy. She and Naomi were reading at a low table set atop a charcoal brazier. A thick quilt spread over the sides of the table so their legs were tucked inside with the heat."Who is it at this hour, in this weather?" Chie questioned as she picked the name card off the maids lacquer tray."Shinoda, Akira. Kobe Dental College", she read.Naomi recognized the name. Chie heard a soft intake of air."I think you should go", said Naomi.Akira was waiting in the entryway. He was in his early twenties, slim and serious, wearing the black military-style uniform of a student. As he bowed—his hands hanging straight down, a black cap in one, a yellow oil-paper umbrella in the other—Chie glanced beyond him. In the glistening surface of the courtyards rain-drenched paving stones, she saw his reflection like a dark double."Madame", said Akira, "forgive my disruption, but I come with a matter of urgency".His voice was soft and refined. He straightened and stole a deferential peek at her face.In the dim light his eyes shone with sincerity. Chie felt herself starting to like him.She said, "Come inside, get out of this nasty night. Surely your business can wait for a moment or two.""I dont want to trouble you. Normally I would approach you more properly but Ive received word of a position. Ive an opportunity to go to America, as a dentist for Seattles Japanese community", he responded."Congratulations", Chie said with amusement. "That is an opportunity, Im sure. But how am I involved?"Even noting Naomis breathless reaction to the name card, Chie had no idea. Akiras message, delivered like a formal speech, filled her with maternal amusement. You know how children speak so earnestly, so hurriedly, so endearingly about things that have no importance in an adults mind? Thats how she viewed him, as a child.It was how she viewed Naomi. Even though Naomi was eighteen and training endlessly in the arts needed to make a good marriage, Chie had made no effort to find her a husband.Akira blushed and said, "Depending on your response, I may stay in Japan. Ive come to ask for Naomis hand."Suddenly Chie felt the dampness of the night."Does Naomi know anything of your . . . ambitions?""We have an understanding. Please dont judge my candidacy by the unseemliness of this proposal. I ask directly because the use of a go-between takes much time. Either method comes down to the same thing: a matter of parental approval. If you give your consent, I become Naomis yoshi. Well live in the House of Fuji. Without your consent, I must go to America to secure a new home for my bride."Q.Which response from Chie is Akira most apprehensive about?a)She will deem his proposal as inappropriate.b)She will misinterpret his sincerity as immaturity.c)She will regard his unannounced visit as an imposition.d)She will underestimate the depth of his feelings.Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?.

Solutions for Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question.This passage is from Lydia Minatoya; The Strangeness of Beauty © 1999 by Lydia Minatoya. The setting is Japan in 1920. Chie and her daughter Naomi are members of the House of Fuji, a noble family.(with edits and reviews)Akira came directly, breaking all tradition. Was that it? Had he followed form—had he asked his mother to speak to his father to approach a Line go-between—would Chie have been more receptive?He came on a winters eve. He pounded on the door while a cold rain beat on the shuttered veranda. So at first Chie thought him only to be the wind. The maid knew better. Chie heard her soft scuttling footsteps, the creak of the door. Then the maid brought a calling card to the drawing room, for Chie.Chie was reluctant to go to her guest; perhaps she was feeling too cozy. She and Naomi were reading at a low table set atop a charcoal brazier. A thick quilt spread over the sides of the table so their legs were tucked inside with the heat."Who is it at this hour, in this weather?" Chie questioned as she picked the name card off the maids lacquer tray."Shinoda, Akira. Kobe Dental College", she read.Naomi recognized the name. Chie heard a soft intake of air."I think you should go", said Naomi.Akira was waiting in the entryway. He was in his early twenties, slim and serious, wearing the black military-style uniform of a student. As he bowed—his hands hanging straight down, a black cap in one, a yellow oil-paper umbrella in the other—Chie glanced beyond him. In the glistening surface of the courtyards rain-drenched paving stones, she saw his reflection like a dark double."Madame", said Akira, "forgive my disruption, but I come with a matter of urgency".His voice was soft and refined. He straightened and stole a deferential peek at her face.In the dim light his eyes shone with sincerity. Chie felt herself starting to like him.She said, "Come inside, get out of this nasty night. Surely your business can wait for a moment or two.""I dont want to trouble you. Normally I would approach you more properly but Ive received word of a position. Ive an opportunity to go to America, as a dentist for Seattles Japanese community", he responded."Congratulations", Chie said with amusement. "That is an opportunity, Im sure. But how am I involved?"Even noting Naomis breathless reaction to the name card, Chie had no idea. Akiras message, delivered like a formal speech, filled her with maternal amusement. You know how children speak so earnestly, so hurriedly, so endearingly about things that have no importance in an adults mind? Thats how she viewed him, as a child.It was how she viewed Naomi. Even though Naomi was eighteen and training endlessly in the arts needed to make a good marriage, Chie had made no effort to find her a husband.Akira blushed and said, "Depending on your response, I may stay in Japan. Ive come to ask for Naomis hand."Suddenly Chie felt the dampness of the night."Does Naomi know anything of your . . . ambitions?""We have an understanding. Please dont judge my candidacy by the unseemliness of this proposal. I ask directly because the use of a go-between takes much time. Either method comes down to the same thing: a matter of parental approval. If you give your consent, I become Naomis yoshi. Well live in the House of Fuji. Without your consent, I must go to America to secure a new home for my bride."Q.Which response from Chie is Akira most apprehensive about?a)She will deem his proposal as inappropriate.b)She will misinterpret his sincerity as immaturity.c)She will regard his unannounced visit as an imposition.d)She will underestimate the depth of his feelings.Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer? in English & in Hindi are available as part of our courses for CLAT. Download more important topics, notes, lectures and mock test series for CLAT Exam by signing up for free.

Here you can find the meaning of Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question.This passage is from Lydia Minatoya; The Strangeness of Beauty © 1999 by Lydia Minatoya. The setting is Japan in 1920. Chie and her daughter Naomi are members of the House of Fuji, a noble family.(with edits and reviews)Akira came directly, breaking all tradition. Was that it? Had he followed form—had he asked his mother to speak to his father to approach a Line go-between—would Chie have been more receptive?He came on a winters eve. He pounded on the door while a cold rain beat on the shuttered veranda. So at first Chie thought him only to be the wind. The maid knew better. Chie heard her soft scuttling footsteps, the creak of the door. Then the maid brought a calling card to the drawing room, for Chie.Chie was reluctant to go to her guest; perhaps she was feeling too cozy. She and Naomi were reading at a low table set atop a charcoal brazier. A thick quilt spread over the sides of the table so their legs were tucked inside with the heat."Who is it at this hour, in this weather?" Chie questioned as she picked the name card off the maids lacquer tray."Shinoda, Akira. Kobe Dental College", she read.Naomi recognized the name. Chie heard a soft intake of air."I think you should go", said Naomi.Akira was waiting in the entryway. He was in his early twenties, slim and serious, wearing the black military-style uniform of a student. As he bowed—his hands hanging straight down, a black cap in one, a yellow oil-paper umbrella in the other—Chie glanced beyond him. In the glistening surface of the courtyards rain-drenched paving stones, she saw his reflection like a dark double."Madame", said Akira, "forgive my disruption, but I come with a matter of urgency".His voice was soft and refined. He straightened and stole a deferential peek at her face.In the dim light his eyes shone with sincerity. Chie felt herself starting to like him.She said, "Come inside, get out of this nasty night. Surely your business can wait for a moment or two.""I dont want to trouble you. Normally I would approach you more properly but Ive received word of a position. Ive an opportunity to go to America, as a dentist for Seattles Japanese community", he responded."Congratulations", Chie said with amusement. "That is an opportunity, Im sure. But how am I involved?"Even noting Naomis breathless reaction to the name card, Chie had no idea. Akiras message, delivered like a formal speech, filled her with maternal amusement. You know how children speak so earnestly, so hurriedly, so endearingly about things that have no importance in an adults mind? Thats how she viewed him, as a child.It was how she viewed Naomi. Even though Naomi was eighteen and training endlessly in the arts needed to make a good marriage, Chie had made no effort to find her a husband.Akira blushed and said, "Depending on your response, I may stay in Japan. Ive come to ask for Naomis hand."Suddenly Chie felt the dampness of the night."Does Naomi know anything of your . . . ambitions?""We have an understanding. Please dont judge my candidacy by the unseemliness of this proposal. I ask directly because the use of a go-between takes much time. Either method comes down to the same thing: a matter of parental approval. If you give your consent, I become Naomis yoshi. Well live in the House of Fuji. Without your consent, I must go to America to secure a new home for my bride."Q.Which response from Chie is Akira most apprehensive about?a)She will deem his proposal as inappropriate.b)She will misinterpret his sincerity as immaturity.c)She will regard his unannounced visit as an imposition.d)She will underestimate the depth of his feelings.Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer? defined & explained in the simplest way possible. Besides giving the explanation of Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question.This passage is from Lydia Minatoya; The Strangeness of Beauty © 1999 by Lydia Minatoya. The setting is Japan in 1920. Chie and her daughter Naomi are members of the House of Fuji, a noble family.(with edits and reviews)Akira came directly, breaking all tradition. Was that it? Had he followed form—had he asked his mother to speak to his father to approach a Line go-between—would Chie have been more receptive?He came on a winters eve. He pounded on the door while a cold rain beat on the shuttered veranda. So at first Chie thought him only to be the wind. The maid knew better. Chie heard her soft scuttling footsteps, the creak of the door. Then the maid brought a calling card to the drawing room, for Chie.Chie was reluctant to go to her guest; perhaps she was feeling too cozy. She and Naomi were reading at a low table set atop a charcoal brazier. A thick quilt spread over the sides of the table so their legs were tucked inside with the heat."Who is it at this hour, in this weather?" Chie questioned as she picked the name card off the maids lacquer tray."Shinoda, Akira. Kobe Dental College", she read.Naomi recognized the name. Chie heard a soft intake of air."I think you should go", said Naomi.Akira was waiting in the entryway. He was in his early twenties, slim and serious, wearing the black military-style uniform of a student. As he bowed—his hands hanging straight down, a black cap in one, a yellow oil-paper umbrella in the other—Chie glanced beyond him. In the glistening surface of the courtyards rain-drenched paving stones, she saw his reflection like a dark double."Madame", said Akira, "forgive my disruption, but I come with a matter of urgency".His voice was soft and refined. He straightened and stole a deferential peek at her face.In the dim light his eyes shone with sincerity. Chie felt herself starting to like him.She said, "Come inside, get out of this nasty night. Surely your business can wait for a moment or two.""I dont want to trouble you. Normally I would approach you more properly but Ive received word of a position. Ive an opportunity to go to America, as a dentist for Seattles Japanese community", he responded."Congratulations", Chie said with amusement. "That is an opportunity, Im sure. But how am I involved?"Even noting Naomis breathless reaction to the name card, Chie had no idea. Akiras message, delivered like a formal speech, filled her with maternal amusement. You know how children speak so earnestly, so hurriedly, so endearingly about things that have no importance in an adults mind? Thats how she viewed him, as a child.It was how she viewed Naomi. Even though Naomi was eighteen and training endlessly in the arts needed to make a good marriage, Chie had made no effort to find her a husband.Akira blushed and said, "Depending on your response, I may stay in Japan. Ive come to ask for Naomis hand."Suddenly Chie felt the dampness of the night."Does Naomi know anything of your . . . ambitions?""We have an understanding. Please dont judge my candidacy by the unseemliness of this proposal. I ask directly because the use of a go-between takes much time. Either method comes down to the same thing: a matter of parental approval. If you give your consent, I become Naomis yoshi. Well live in the House of Fuji. Without your consent, I must go to America to secure a new home for my bride."Q.Which response from Chie is Akira most apprehensive about?a)She will deem his proposal as inappropriate.b)She will misinterpret his sincerity as immaturity.c)She will regard his unannounced visit as an imposition.d)She will underestimate the depth of his feelings.Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?, a detailed solution for Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question.This passage is from Lydia Minatoya; The Strangeness of Beauty © 1999 by Lydia Minatoya. The setting is Japan in 1920. Chie and her daughter Naomi are members of the House of Fuji, a noble family.(with edits and reviews)Akira came directly, breaking all tradition. Was that it? Had he followed form—had he asked his mother to speak to his father to approach a Line go-between—would Chie have been more receptive?He came on a winters eve. He pounded on the door while a cold rain beat on the shuttered veranda. So at first Chie thought him only to be the wind. The maid knew better. Chie heard her soft scuttling footsteps, the creak of the door. Then the maid brought a calling card to the drawing room, for Chie.Chie was reluctant to go to her guest; perhaps she was feeling too cozy. She and Naomi were reading at a low table set atop a charcoal brazier. A thick quilt spread over the sides of the table so their legs were tucked inside with the heat."Who is it at this hour, in this weather?" Chie questioned as she picked the name card off the maids lacquer tray."Shinoda, Akira. Kobe Dental College", she read.Naomi recognized the name. Chie heard a soft intake of air."I think you should go", said Naomi.Akira was waiting in the entryway. He was in his early twenties, slim and serious, wearing the black military-style uniform of a student. As he bowed—his hands hanging straight down, a black cap in one, a yellow oil-paper umbrella in the other—Chie glanced beyond him. In the glistening surface of the courtyards rain-drenched paving stones, she saw his reflection like a dark double."Madame", said Akira, "forgive my disruption, but I come with a matter of urgency".His voice was soft and refined. He straightened and stole a deferential peek at her face.In the dim light his eyes shone with sincerity. Chie felt herself starting to like him.She said, "Come inside, get out of this nasty night. Surely your business can wait for a moment or two.""I dont want to trouble you. Normally I would approach you more properly but Ive received word of a position. Ive an opportunity to go to America, as a dentist for Seattles Japanese community", he responded."Congratulations", Chie said with amusement. "That is an opportunity, Im sure. But how am I involved?"Even noting Naomis breathless reaction to the name card, Chie had no idea. Akiras message, delivered like a formal speech, filled her with maternal amusement. You know how children speak so earnestly, so hurriedly, so endearingly about things that have no importance in an adults mind? Thats how she viewed him, as a child.It was how she viewed Naomi. Even though Naomi was eighteen and training endlessly in the arts needed to make a good marriage, Chie had made no effort to find her a husband.Akira blushed and said, "Depending on your response, I may stay in Japan. Ive come to ask for Naomis hand."Suddenly Chie felt the dampness of the night."Does Naomi know anything of your . . . ambitions?""We have an understanding. Please dont judge my candidacy by the unseemliness of this proposal. I ask directly because the use of a go-between takes much time. Either method comes down to the same thing: a matter of parental approval. If you give your consent, I become Naomis yoshi. Well live in the House of Fuji. Without your consent, I must go to America to secure a new home for my bride."Q.Which response from Chie is Akira most apprehensive about?a)She will deem his proposal as inappropriate.b)She will misinterpret his sincerity as immaturity.c)She will regard his unannounced visit as an imposition.d)She will underestimate the depth of his feelings.Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer? has been provided alongside types of Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question.This passage is from Lydia Minatoya; The Strangeness of Beauty © 1999 by Lydia Minatoya. The setting is Japan in 1920. Chie and her daughter Naomi are members of the House of Fuji, a noble family.(with edits and reviews)Akira came directly, breaking all tradition. Was that it? Had he followed form—had he asked his mother to speak to his father to approach a Line go-between—would Chie have been more receptive?He came on a winters eve. He pounded on the door while a cold rain beat on the shuttered veranda. So at first Chie thought him only to be the wind. The maid knew better. Chie heard her soft scuttling footsteps, the creak of the door. Then the maid brought a calling card to the drawing room, for Chie.Chie was reluctant to go to her guest; perhaps she was feeling too cozy. She and Naomi were reading at a low table set atop a charcoal brazier. A thick quilt spread over the sides of the table so their legs were tucked inside with the heat."Who is it at this hour, in this weather?" Chie questioned as she picked the name card off the maids lacquer tray."Shinoda, Akira. Kobe Dental College", she read.Naomi recognized the name. Chie heard a soft intake of air."I think you should go", said Naomi.Akira was waiting in the entryway. He was in his early twenties, slim and serious, wearing the black military-style uniform of a student. As he bowed—his hands hanging straight down, a black cap in one, a yellow oil-paper umbrella in the other—Chie glanced beyond him. In the glistening surface of the courtyards rain-drenched paving stones, she saw his reflection like a dark double."Madame", said Akira, "forgive my disruption, but I come with a matter of urgency".His voice was soft and refined. He straightened and stole a deferential peek at her face.In the dim light his eyes shone with sincerity. Chie felt herself starting to like him.She said, "Come inside, get out of this nasty night. Surely your business can wait for a moment or two.""I dont want to trouble you. Normally I would approach you more properly but Ive received word of a position. Ive an opportunity to go to America, as a dentist for Seattles Japanese community", he responded."Congratulations", Chie said with amusement. "That is an opportunity, Im sure. But how am I involved?"Even noting Naomis breathless reaction to the name card, Chie had no idea. Akiras message, delivered like a formal speech, filled her with maternal amusement. You know how children speak so earnestly, so hurriedly, so endearingly about things that have no importance in an adults mind? Thats how she viewed him, as a child.It was how she viewed Naomi. Even though Naomi was eighteen and training endlessly in the arts needed to make a good marriage, Chie had made no effort to find her a husband.Akira blushed and said, "Depending on your response, I may stay in Japan. Ive come to ask for Naomis hand."Suddenly Chie felt the dampness of the night."Does Naomi know anything of your . . . ambitions?""We have an understanding. Please dont judge my candidacy by the unseemliness of this proposal. I ask directly because the use of a go-between takes much time. Either method comes down to the same thing: a matter of parental approval. If you give your consent, I become Naomis yoshi. Well live in the House of Fuji. Without your consent, I must go to America to secure a new home for my bride."Q.Which response from Chie is Akira most apprehensive about?a)She will deem his proposal as inappropriate.b)She will misinterpret his sincerity as immaturity.c)She will regard his unannounced visit as an imposition.d)She will underestimate the depth of his feelings.Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer? theory, EduRev gives you an ample number of questions to practice Directions: Read the following passage and answer the question.This passage is from Lydia Minatoya; The Strangeness of Beauty © 1999 by Lydia Minatoya. The setting is Japan in 1920. Chie and her daughter Naomi are members of the House of Fuji, a noble family.(with edits and reviews)Akira came directly, breaking all tradition. Was that it? Had he followed form—had he asked his mother to speak to his father to approach a Line go-between—would Chie have been more receptive?He came on a winters eve. He pounded on the door while a cold rain beat on the shuttered veranda. So at first Chie thought him only to be the wind. The maid knew better. Chie heard her soft scuttling footsteps, the creak of the door. Then the maid brought a calling card to the drawing room, for Chie.Chie was reluctant to go to her guest; perhaps she was feeling too cozy. She and Naomi were reading at a low table set atop a charcoal brazier. A thick quilt spread over the sides of the table so their legs were tucked inside with the heat."Who is it at this hour, in this weather?" Chie questioned as she picked the name card off the maids lacquer tray."Shinoda, Akira. Kobe Dental College", she read.Naomi recognized the name. Chie heard a soft intake of air."I think you should go", said Naomi.Akira was waiting in the entryway. He was in his early twenties, slim and serious, wearing the black military-style uniform of a student. As he bowed—his hands hanging straight down, a black cap in one, a yellow oil-paper umbrella in the other—Chie glanced beyond him. In the glistening surface of the courtyards rain-drenched paving stones, she saw his reflection like a dark double."Madame", said Akira, "forgive my disruption, but I come with a matter of urgency".His voice was soft and refined. He straightened and stole a deferential peek at her face.In the dim light his eyes shone with sincerity. Chie felt herself starting to like him.She said, "Come inside, get out of this nasty night. Surely your business can wait for a moment or two.""I dont want to trouble you. Normally I would approach you more properly but Ive received word of a position. Ive an opportunity to go to America, as a dentist for Seattles Japanese community", he responded."Congratulations", Chie said with amusement. "That is an opportunity, Im sure. But how am I involved?"Even noting Naomis breathless reaction to the name card, Chie had no idea. Akiras message, delivered like a formal speech, filled her with maternal amusement. You know how children speak so earnestly, so hurriedly, so endearingly about things that have no importance in an adults mind? Thats how she viewed him, as a child.It was how she viewed Naomi. Even though Naomi was eighteen and training endlessly in the arts needed to make a good marriage, Chie had made no effort to find her a husband.Akira blushed and said, "Depending on your response, I may stay in Japan. Ive come to ask for Naomis hand."Suddenly Chie felt the dampness of the night."Does Naomi know anything of your . . . ambitions?""We have an understanding. Please dont judge my candidacy by the unseemliness of this proposal. I ask directly because the use of a go-between takes much time. Either method comes down to the same thing: a matter of parental approval. If you give your consent, I become Naomis yoshi. Well live in the House of Fuji. Without your consent, I must go to America to secure a new home for my bride."Q.Which response from Chie is Akira most apprehensive about?a)She will deem his proposal as inappropriate.b)She will misinterpret his sincerity as immaturity.c)She will regard his unannounced visit as an imposition.d)She will underestimate the depth of his feelings.Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer? tests, examples and also practice CLAT tests.