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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. Who does Senzaki Yagoro say is helping him raise money?

2. Why do the lords gather at Tadayoshi in "Act Three"?

3. What does Ishido say will happen to Lord Hangan's lands?

4. Why does Wakasanosuke pretend to be ill in "Act Three"?

5. What does Kampei think when Senzaki Yagoro tells him about raising money?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Kaoyo prove Nitta Yoshisada's helmet is authentic?

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

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

4. What is inside the letterbox Kaoyo delivered to Moronao?

5. How does Lord Wakasanosuke's attitude toward Moronao change in "Act Three"?

6. In "Act Three," how does the letterbox make its way to Moronao?

7. What does Tonase do when instructed to receive a messenger?

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

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

10. In "Act Five," what is significant about the monument to Hangan?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

What is Kampei's role in this play? Consider his impact on the plot, the characters and exploration of major themes.

Essay Topic 2

Explore the gender roles of this play. Choose two female characters who break their roles and assess the impact. Discuss gender roles and use examples from the play to support your discussion.

Essay Topic 3

What is author's message about honor? How does this theme influence the play? Define theme and give specific examples of honor from the play.

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