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This test consists of 5 multiple choice questions, 5 short answer questions, and 10 short essay questions.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. In "Act Two," why does Konami say she is grateful toward her mother?
(a) For introducing her to royalty.
(b) For lending her money.
(c) For helping her meet her betrothed.
(d) For helping her spread rumors.

2. How does Kampei describe his relationship with Senzaki Yagoro?
(a) They are comrades in arms.
(b) They are near strangers.
(c) They are former enemies.
(d) They are distant cousins.

3. What is Nitta Yoshisada known for burning in his helmet?
(a) Money.
(b) Incense.
(c) Notes.
(d) Grass.

4. What does Kampei do when he sees the samurai walking in "Act Five"?
(a) Hides in the bushes.
(b) Challenges him to a fight.
(c) Tries to flag him down.
(d) Ignores him as they pass each other.

5. In "Act Three," how does Moronao greet Lord Hangan?
(a) He ignores Hangan when he arrives.
(b) He yells at him.
(c) He shakes his hand.
(d) He gives him a gift.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who tells rumors about Yasuchika's humiliation in "Act Two"?

2. What does Moronao threaten to do if Kaoyo doesn't fall in love with him?

3. In "Act Two," who does Kakogawa Honzo Yukikuni say should shield him from having to answer dangerous questions?

4. Why does Kaoyo tell her husband about Moronao after he tries to win her over the first time?

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

Short Essay Questions

1. In "Act Two," what happens when Lord Wakasanosuke meets with Honzo?

2. What rumors spread in "Act Two"?

3. How does Honzo feel about meeting with Yasuchika's wife in "Act Two"?

4. How is Kudayu tested in "Act Four"?

5. Why does Honzo first ask to meet Moronao in "Act Three"?

6. What does Yagoro tell Kampei about the plan to seek revenge against Moronao in "Act Five"?

7. How does Yakushiji treat Hangan when he comes to his house in "Act Four"?

8. Why does Nitta Yoshisada's helmet cause a scandal in "Act One"?

9. What happens do Hangan's property immediately after his death?

10. In "Act Four," what is Hara Goemon's opinion of Hangan's problem with Moronao?

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