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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Forty through Forty-Six.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Hiro-matsu request permission to commit seppuku?
(a) because his wife shamed him in public.
(b) because he is tired of living.
(c) because of the shame of his grandson's action.
(d) because he lost his property.

2. What is the position of Toda Hiro-matsu?
(a) he is Toranga's adviser.
(b) he is the provencial governor.
(c) he is the shōgun's general.
(d) he is Toranga's rival.

3. Why is it dangerous for Toranaga, disguised as Kiri, to reach for the scroll Ishido brings?
(a) women must not take anything from a man.
(b) his voice will give him away.
(c) the palanquin might tip over.
(d) his hand will give him away.

4. When Blackthorne's name is called, what does he think at first?
(a) that they finally know how to pronounce his name.
(b) that someone is there to help him escape.
(c) that he is going to his death.
(d) that he is being saved.

5. How do Blackthorne and his men determine which of them will be executed?
(a) selecting the oldest.
(b) drawing straws.
(c) selecting the youngest.
(d) arm wrestling.

Short Answer Questions

1. What gift does Rodrigues give Blackthorne that makes him suspicious?

2. Who arrives and almost puts an end to the ruse Toranaga uses for his getaway?

3. Why does Omi's wife agree that the money is well spent?

4. What has Toranga been ordered to do?

5. How does Rodrigues begin to feel about Blackthorne?

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