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