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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Forty-Seven through Fifty-One.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What does Domingo teach Blackthorne?
(a) how to plan an escape.
(b) some words and phrases in Japanese.
(c) some Biblical history.
(d) how to keep warm in the cell.

2. What does Toranaga tell Hiro-matsu about his stated plan to go to Osaka?
(a) it is in obedience to the council.
(b) it is a ruse to gain time.
(c) it is a matter of personal honor.
(d) it is time for him to go.

3. As Yabu and Toranaga head for the village, what are Omi and Mura discussing?
(a) how to plan a surprise for Toranaga.
(b) what time Yabu and Toranaga will arrive.
(c) whether everything is ready for the arrival.
(d) it there is enough security in the village.

4. What ultimatum is given Blackthorne about his learning the language?
(a) if he does not, the entire village will be beheaded.
(b) if he does not, he will be sent to Spain as a spy.
(c) if he does not, Mirako will be beheaded.
(d) if he does not, he will be beheaded.

5. What position does Blackthorne occupy as long as he is in Japan?
(a) taster.
(b) prisoner.
(c) samurai.
(d) lackey.

Short Answer Questions

1. Why does Toranaga worry about Blackthorne?

2. Why does Hiro-matsu request permission to commit seppuku?

3. What is a part of Toranaga's plan against Ishido?

4. How does Blackthorne justify deceiving the friar?

5. What news does Yabu have for Blackthorne?

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