Chikamatsu Monogatari - Quiz
- 1. In what era did Chikamatsu Monzaemon live?
A) Meiji period
B) Edo period
C) Heian period
D) Taisho period
- 2. What traditional Japanese theatrical art form is closely associated with Chikamatsu Monogatari?
A) Kyogen
B) Bunraku
C) Noh
D) Kabuki
- 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) Anger
B) Sorrow
C) Joy
D) Surprise
- 5. Which of the following is a key characteristic of Joruri?
A) No dialogue
B) Silent performances
C) Acrobatics
D) Musical accompaniment
- 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) 1802
B) 1676
C) 1750
D) 1725
- 8. What is the name of the female narrator in Joruri performances?
A) Joruri
B) Noh
C) Kabuki
D) Tayu
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