The Pillow Book of Sei Sh¯onagon, Translated [from the Japanese] and Edited by Ivan Morris Quiz | Four Week Quiz B

Sei Shōnagon
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The Pillow Book of Sei Sh¯onagon, Translated [from the Japanese] and Edited by Ivan Morris Quiz | Four Week Quiz B

Sei Shōnagon
This set of Lesson Plans consists of approximately 131 pages of tests, essay questions, lessons, and other teaching materials.
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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Sections 136-155.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Which of these did Shonagon say was a thing that gave a hot feeling?
(a) A zither bag.
(b) A colt in a field.
(c) A roll of silk.
(d) A well-dressed oxen driver.

2. What instrument did His Majesty play?
(a) Flute.
(b) Harp.
(c) Trumpet.
(d) Drum.

3. What kind of lodging did Shonagon stay in in "Shortly after the Twentieth of the Ninth Month?"
(a) Elaborate.
(b) Beautiful.
(c) Ugly.
(d) Simple.

4. How many attendants helped the Shigei Sha with her ablutions?
(a) Four.
(b) Eight.
(c) Two.
(d) Six.

5. How did Shonagon say the sky should appear on the fifth day of the Fifth Month?
(a) Brilliantly blue.
(b) Sunny.
(c) Foggy.
(d) Cloudy.

Short Answer Questions

1. What caused the lamp to tip when Masahiro was responsible for filling the lamps with oil?

2. What did Shonagon say an ugly preacher might be?

3. What was the spirit of the Captain from the Inner Palace Guards said to be haunting?

4. Which of the people associated with ox carts were to be dressed well?

5. What did Shonagon enjoy seeing men carry to and fro as the Festival approached?

(see the answer key)

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