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