- 1. In what era did Chikamatsu Monzaemon live?
A) Taisho period
B) Heian period
C) Meiji period
D) Edo 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) Shadow puppets
B) Body movements
C) Live actors
D) Puppets
- 4. Which of the following is a key characteristic of Joruri?
A) No dialogue
B) Acrobatics
C) Silent performances
D) Musical accompaniment
- 5. What is the name of the female narrator in Joruri performances?
A) Joruri
B) Noh
C) Kabuki
D) Tayu
- 6. What is the primary language of Chikamatsu Monogatari performances?
A) English
B) Japanese
C) Latin
D) Chinese
- 7. In what year did Chikamatsu Monzaemon pass away?
A) 1725
B) 1750
C) 1802
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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