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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Acts Eight and Nine.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Hangan's samurai talk about after Hangan's death?
(a) His master's life.
(b) His sorrow.
(c) His new role.
(d) His need for a new job.

2. What does Kampei beg Senzaki Yagoro for in "Act Five"?
(a) To lend him money.
(b) To seek revenge against Moronao.
(c) To help him regain his honor in the city.
(d) To help him find a new job.

3. How does Yasuchika know about Moronao and Kaoyo in "Act One"?
(a) He sees Kaoyo crying.
(b) Moronao asks him for advice.
(c) Moronao tells him.
(d) Kaoyo tells him.

4. What does Honzo do while giving gifts to Moronao in "Act Three"?
(a) Praises him.
(b) Asks for them back.
(c) Walks away.
(d) Says the gifts are cheap.

5. Who begs to see Hangan before his death?
(a) His shogun.
(b) His samurai.
(c) His retainers.
(d) His wife.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Senzaki Yagoro say about the plan to avenge Hangan's death?

2. What is seppuku?

3. Why does Honzo beg for pity in "Act Nine"?

4. In "Act Three," what makes Wakasanosuke calm down?

5. What is the first thing Yakushiji demands after Hangan dies?

(see the answer key)

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