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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. In "Act Two," what does Honzo promise to Lord Wakasanosuke?

2. How does Ono Sadakuro die?

3. How does Kakogawa Honzo Yukikuni describe Yashuchki's wife's questions in "Act Two"?

4. Why is Yakushiji harsh toward Hangan when he first meets him?

5. What message does Rikiya tell Konami in "Act Two"?

Short Essay Questions

1. In "Act Five," what is significant about the monument to Hangan?

2. Why does Honzo first ask to meet Moronao in "Act Three"?

3. What rumors spread in "Act Two"?

4. In "Act Three," how does the letterbox make its way to Moronao?

5. How does Honzo feel about meeting with Yasuchika's wife in "Act Two"?

6. How is Kudayu tested in "Act Four"?

7. In "Act Four," what is Hara Goemon's opinion of Hangan's problem with Moronao?

8. How does Kaoyo prove Nitta Yoshisada's helmet is authentic?

9. What does Moronao do after the meeting about Nitta Yoshisada's helmet?

10. What happens to Kampei while he hunts for food in "Act Five"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Compare Moronao to Yuranosuke, keep their samurai code in mind. Quote the play in regards to each character to support your statements.

Essay Topic 2

Analyze the symbolism used in the ceremonies in this drama. Define symbolism in your discussion and give examples of several ceremonies to support your statements.

Essay Topic 3

What is the impact of the author's culture and personal history on this piece of writing?

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