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

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why does Omi's wife agree that the money is well spent?
(a) it could lead to promotion.
(b) it might be repaid by Toranaga.
(c) it shows his status in the world.
(d) it will impress the villagers.

2. What is Blackthorne's duty after Toranaga leaves?
(a) to learn sword fighting.
(b) to learn Portuguese.
(c) to learn Japanese history.
(d) to learn Japanese.

3. Where does Blackthorne find himself once again?
(a) in a cramped prison cell
(b) on Rodrigues's galley.
(c) in front of Toranaga.
(d) on the Erasmus.

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

5. On the way to Osaka, what does Blackthorne do while Rodrigues naps?
(a) talks to the priest.
(b) tries to escape.
(c) pilots the galley.
(d) watches Yabu.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Blackthorne threaten to commit suicide?

2. Why does Ishido Kazunari insult Toranaga?

3. What perks does Blackthorne now enjoy?

4. What do couriers from Osaka bring to Toranaga?

5. What honor does Toranaga grant Blackthorne?

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