- 1. In what era did Chikamatsu Monzaemon live?
A) Edo period
B) Heian period
C) Taisho period
D) Meiji period
- 2. What traditional Japanese theatrical art form is closely associated with Chikamatsu Monogatari?
A) Bunraku
B) Noh
C) Kabuki
D) Kyogen
- 3. How were Chikamatsu Monogatari performances typically portrayed?
A) Shadow puppets
B) Puppets
C) Live actors
D) Body movements
- 4. Which of the following is a common emotion portrayed in Chikamatsu Monogatari?
A) Surprise
B) Joy
C) Sorrow
D) Anger
- 5. Which of the following is a key characteristic of Joruri?
A) Acrobatics
B) Silent performances
C) No dialogue
D) Musical accompaniment
- 6. What is the primary language of Chikamatsu Monogatari performances?
A) English
B) Japanese
C) Chinese
D) Latin
- 7. In what year did Chikamatsu Monzaemon pass away?
A) 1750
B) 1725
C) 1676
D) 1802
- 8. What is the name of the female narrator in Joruri performances?
A) Joruri
B) Tayu
C) Kabuki
D) Noh
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