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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. Why does Kampei cry when he sees Senzaki Yagoro in "Act Five"?

2. In "Act Four," what type of outcome between Hangan and Moronao does Goemon expect?

3. Who begs to see Hangan before his death?

4. How does Moronao feel when Honzo gives him gifts in "Act Three"?

5. What does Yashuchki's wife want Kakogawa Honzo Yukikuni to do about the rumors about her husband in "Act Two"?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens do Hangan's property immediately after his death?

2. How does Yakushiji treat Hangan when he comes to his house in "Act Four"?

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

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

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

6. How does Hangan react to the order that he must commit seppuku?

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

8. What is inside the letterbox Kaoyo delivered to Moronao?

9. How does Ono Sadakuro treat the old man he runs into on the street in "Act Five"?

10. What rumors spread in "Act Two"?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Why is this story told in the drama format? What is gained? What is lost? Do you think this is the best presentation for the story? Why or why not? How would you write the story differently?

Essay Topic 2

What is the author's message about justice? Give examples from the book to support your discussion.

Essay Topic 3

Examine the symbolism of either Hangan's dagger or the rusty samurai sword. Define symbolism and use examples of how Izumo uses both items in his writing.

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