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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Book VII The Perfect Light.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Musashi say the talk with Nikkan makes him feel like?
(a) As if he has lost a battle.
(b) As if he hasn't been born.
(c) As if he has been spat at.
(d) As if he has been dragged through mud.

2. Where does Oko allow the two men to sleep?
(a) The woodshed.
(b) The basement.
(c) The barn.
(d) The cowshed.

3. What is the name of the Buddhist monk in this section?
(a) Takezo.
(b) Matahachi.
(c) Takuan.
(d) Terumasa.

4. What reason does Takezo give for returning to the village?
(a) To marry his sweetheart.
(b) To deliver a message to Matahachi's mother.
(c) To bring wealth to the village.
(d) To train as a warrior.

5. Where does Jo say his father now lives?
(a) A forest.
(b) A temple.
(c) A castle.
(d) A mountain.

Short Answer Questions

1. What does Takezo rename himself when he leaves the castle?

2. Where does Takezo have to serve out his punishment?

3. Why does Matachi decide to leave his mother?

4. What does Daizo offer Matahachi?

5. What does Matahachi's mother do to him when he sees her again?

(see the answer key)

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