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