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