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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why is Toranaga clever to resign from the council?
(a) the surprise will confuse the other council members.
(b) the council cannot legally act with only four members.
(c) he knows Yaemon will be displeased.
(d) he is not ready to declare war.

2. Satisfied Blackthorne is not an enemy, what does Friar Dominga tell Blackthorne?
(a) about Spanish priests.
(b) about Spanish cuisine.
(c) about Spanish gold.
(d) about Spanish ships.

3. What has Omi done in preparation for the arrival of Toranaga and Yabu?
(a) spent a great deal of money to have a banquet ready.
(b) spent a great deal of money to paint the palace.
(c) spent a great deal of money to hire musicians.
(d) spent a great deal of money and had the beach raked.

4. As Yabu and Toranaga head for the village, what are Omi and Mura discussing?
(a) what time Yabu and Toranaga will arrive.
(b) whether everything is ready for the arrival.
(c) how to plan a surprise for Toranaga.
(d) it there is enough security in the village.

5. What perks does Blackthorne now enjoy?
(a) a different girl every night and beer to drink.
(b) a suite in the palace and a valet.
(c) a small boat and a beach house.
(d) a house, servants, and a generous allowance.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Toranaga send for to come to his quarters?

2. What course of action does Yabu recommend?

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

4. Where does Buntaro seek lodging when he comes with Toranaga?

5. What does Domingo teach Blackthorne?

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