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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 Moronao arrive with at Tadayoshi in "Act Three"?

2. In "Act Two," when does Lord Wakasanosuke meet with Lord Hangan?

3. In "Act Five," what is Ono Sadakuro new role?

4. What does Ono Sadakuro do to the old man in "Act Five"?

5. In "Act Four," what does Hangan say he regrets?

Short Essay Questions

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

2. How does Moronao threaten Kaoyo in "Act One"?

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

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

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

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

7. What makes Kampei feel blessed in "Act Five"?

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

9. How does Hangan part with his friend Yuranosuke?

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

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

How is loss a theme in this drama? What message about loss is presented? Define theme and give examples of loss from the play.

Essay Topic 2

What is the impact of the author's culture and personal history on this piece of writing?

Essay Topic 3

Explain the significance of loyalty in this drama. How is loyalty defined? What role does is play in developing the characters and the plot? Give examples of loyalty and the lack thereof in the play.

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