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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 Five," what does Senzaki Yagoro say he is raising money for?

2. What does Hangan ask Yuranosuke before he dies?

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

4. How does Hangan greet the shoguns in "Act Four"?

5. Where is the temple that Lord Takauji builds in "Act One"?

Short Essay Questions

1. How does Hangan react to the order that he must commit seppuku?

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

3. What rumors spread in "Act Two"?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Why is this story told in the drama format? What is gained? What is lost? Do you think this is the best presentation for the story? Why or why not? How would you write the story differently?

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