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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Fifty-Two through Fifty-Nine.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Toranaga handle the situation with the large number of samurai on the beach when he arrives?
(a) he sends Yabu to speak for him.
(b) he tenders his resignation as a council member.
(c) he has his own troops ready in ambush.
(d) he refuses to leave the galley.

2. How does Blackthorne show his contempt for Father Sabastio?
(a) by shouting at him.
(b) by making faces behind his back.
(c) by refusing to speak to him.
(d) by snatching and breaking his crucifix.

3. Who knows the true story of the death of Obata Hiro and Toranaga's grandfather?
(a) a Portugese.
(b) a blind masseur.
(c) Yabu's consort.
(d) an old priest.

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 he is being saved.
(c) that someone is there to help him escape.
(d) that he is going to his death.

5. Why is Blackthorne suddenly being treated well?
(a) because he tells the truth.
(b) on orders from Toranaga.
(c) on orders from Ishido.
(d) because he has the map.

Short Answer Questions

1. What precaution is taken for the Erasmus against a possible surprise attack from the sea?

2. How does the galley get safely into the harbor?

3. What does Blackthorne say that he and Mariko are to Toranaga?

4. What is Toda's plan for the Erasmus?

5. What does Yabu find on the Erasmus?

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