- 1. In what era did Chikamatsu Monzaemon live?
A) Taisho period
B) Meiji period
C) Heian period
D) Edo period
- 2. What traditional Japanese theatrical art form is closely associated with Chikamatsu Monogatari?
A) Noh
B) Kyogen
C) Bunraku
D) Kabuki
- 3. How were Chikamatsu Monogatari performances typically portrayed?
A) Shadow puppets
B) Body movements
C) Puppets
D) Live actors
- 4. Which of the following is a common emotion portrayed in Chikamatsu Monogatari?
A) Sorrow
B) Joy
C) Surprise
D) Anger
- 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) Japanese
B) English
C) Chinese
D) Latin
- 7. In what year did Chikamatsu Monzaemon pass away?
A) 1750
B) 1802
C) 1676
D) 1725
- 8. What is the name of the female narrator in Joruri performances?
A) Noh
B) Tayu
C) Kabuki
D) Joruri
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