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