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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters Thirty through Thirty-Nine.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. How does Blackthorne manage to get the galley safely out of the way of the flaming arrows?
(a) he flies a Gray flag on the galley.
(b) he sees an opportunity to go past the frigate.
(c) he changes the direction of the galley.
(d) he lights fires on the galley to look like it is burning.

2. What history does Domingo tell Blackthorne about?
(a) the migration of the Japanese from mainland Asia.
(b) the religion of the Japanese.
(c) the rise and fall of the shōguns.
(d) traders who came to Japan over a century ago.

3. Who does Yokodo tell Toranaga he should marry?
(a) Mariko.
(b) his chief consort.
(c) the young widow of Hiro-matsu's grandson.
(d) Yaemon's mother, Ochiba.

4. What causes Yabu to defy orders?
(a) his plan to become the shōgun.
(b) his devotion to his wife.
(c) the potential for riches aboard Blackthorne's ship.
(d) the onslaught of winter.

5. What is the tactical surprise Toranaga contemplates against his enemies?
(a) a three sided attack.
(b) an attack from the rear.
(c) an attack during the night.
(d) an attack during the rainy season.

Short Answer Questions

1. Where does Buntaro seek lodging when he comes with Toranaga?

2. How long has Hiro-matsu been serving Toranaga?

3. Who has instructions to answer every question except those related to politics?

4. Why is Blackthorne suddenly being treated well?

5. Why does Toranaga deny the young widow the privilege of committing seppuku?

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