“ It would not be from thirst but from hunger that the castle would fall.” (131)
Man vs. Nature
100
How long were the ring of soldiers around Iwamura Castle?
Two Weeks
100
Who were going to hide in Iwamura castle during the night?
A group of archers.
100
What is the name of the castle who stands on a plain has patches of forest?
Iwamura
100
Define the conflict "Man vs. Man"
When any character has a conflict or problem with another character.
200
“Chief among the enemies of Lord Takeda was Oda Nobunaga” (91).
Man vs. Man
200
What was Murakami's job during the raid of Iwamura Castle?
To give food to the soldiers and/or to be Wada Kansuke's aid.
200
Who does Lord Akiyama make in charge of the small group of Konidatai?
Murakami Harutomo.
200
What happens to the few houses left in the village of Iwamura?
They are burned by the departing army.
200
Define the conflict "Man vs. Nature".
When a character is put against the forces of nature.
300
“The rumble of their hungry stomachs will be so loud that it will drown any whispers that prudence may make.”(139)
Man vs. Nature
300
Who enters the camp at night?
The ninja.
300
Who asks Harutomo for a password?
Lord Akiyama and the ninja.
300
What does Murakami think of and tell the archers to go to hold out long enough?
The nearby hillock.
300
Define "Man vs. Society" conflict.
When a character has a conflict or problem with some element of society such as the government.
400
“I smiled a little forlornly, for Yoshitoki’s words had contained truths that I did not want to hear” (101).
Man vs. Self
400
What is the news that the ninja gives to Harumoto, Yoshitoku, and Wada Kansuke?
Lord Tayama, Governor of Iwamura castle was dead.
400
Who stays with Harutomo and his group of Konidatai?
Yoichi.
400
What does the young samurai tell Murakami the plan is after the attack begins?
For the fighters to retreat and leave the archers and foot soldiers to fight.
400
Define "Man vs. Self" conflict.
When a character struggles with themselves, not against an outside force.
500
“The news that Lord Oda had attacked the temple of Hieizan and destroyed the warrior monks there was taken as a declaration that he, too, was wiping out his enemies before he chose to make his final bid to subdue the country” (91).
Man vs. Society
500
Who is the new ruler of Iwamura Castle and who are they related to?
Lady Toyama; Obu Nobunaga
500
What might happen if the enemy suspects Lord Akiyama’s trap?
The enemy will attack especially since Lady Toyama governs Iwamura Castle.
500
Was Lord Akiyama happy with Murakami’s change in plans? What did he do after he found out?
He was very pleased and gave Murakami armor that would fit him. He ordered them to double the rice and millet portions for everyone.
500
Define "external" and "internal" conflict.
External conflict-a problem or struggle with a character and an outside force
Internal conflict-a mental or emotional struggle that occurs within a character