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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. What does Kampei tell Okaru before Ichinomiya takes her away?

2. In "Act Nine," what does Tonase point out about Yuranosuke's income?

3. How long does Yuranosuke say he wants Okaru to act as his wife?

4. How does Kampei sign his contract with Goemon?

5. Where does Amakawaya Gihei tell his wife to go when she visits him in "Act Ten"?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Kampei die?

2. How does Moronao act shortly before his house is stormed by Yuranosuke's samurai?

3. What happens when neighboring samurai appear in "Act Eleven"?

4. Why does Goemon refuse to let Kampei help with the monument in "Act Six"?

5. In "Act Six," how does Okaru try to help her husband?

6. What does Heiemon tell Okaru in "Act Seven"?

7. How does Yuranosuke act foolishly in "Act Seven"?

8. How does Tonase try to protect her daughter's engagement in "Act Nine"?

9. How is Kampei redeemed in the murder of Okaru's father?

10. How does Amakawaya Gihei respond to being tricked by Yuranosuke?

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

What is Kampei's role in this play? Consider his impact on the plot, the characters and exploration of major themes.

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