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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. In "Act One," what problem does Moronao have with Nitta Yoshisada's helmet?

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

3. What type of shogun is Lord Takauji?

4. What does Lord Wakasanosuke tell Honzo will probably happen if he kills Moronao?

5. How does Kudayu say Goemon could have avoided the disaster between Moronao and Hangan?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens to Kampei while he hunts for food in "Act Five"?

2. What happens when Rikiya and Konami meet in "Act Two"?

3. How does Kampai react to his master's fight in "Act Three"?

4. In "Act One," what argument do Yasuchika and Moronao get into?

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

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

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

8. What does Lord Takauji do in "Act One"?

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

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How are motives, feelings and other internal forces conveyed in this drama? Is this effective? Why or why not?

Essay Topic 2

Describe how the society of feudal Japan influences the plot of this drama. Use secondary sources as necessary to discuss feudal Japan.

Essay Topic 3

Compare Moronao to Yuranosuke, keep their samurai code in mind. Quote the play in regards to each character to support your statements.

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