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Haiku Structure

Description: Test your knowledge of the structure of a haiku, a traditional form of Japanese poetry.
Number of Questions: 15
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How many syllables does the first line of a haiku typically have?

  1. 5

  2. 7

  3. 9


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The first line of a haiku typically has 5 syllables.

How many syllables does the second line of a haiku typically have?

  1. 5

  2. 7

  3. 9


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The second line of a haiku typically has 7 syllables.

How many syllables does the third line of a haiku typically have?

  1. 5

  2. 7

  3. 9


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The third line of a haiku typically has 5 syllables.

What is the traditional theme of a haiku?

  1. Love

  2. Nature

  3. War


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The traditional theme of a haiku is nature.

What is the traditional season of a haiku?

  1. Spring

  2. Summer

  3. Autumn

  4. Winter


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The traditional season of a haiku is autumn.

What is the traditional form of a haiku?

  1. 5-7-5 syllables

  2. 7-5-7 syllables

  3. 5-5-7 syllables


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The traditional form of a haiku is 5-7-5 syllables.

What is the traditional language of a haiku?

  1. Japanese

  2. Chinese

  3. Korean


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The traditional language of a haiku is Japanese.

Who is considered the father of haiku?

  1. Matsuo Bashō

  2. Yosa Buson

  3. Kobayashi Issa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Matsuo Bashō is considered the father of haiku.

What is the most famous haiku by Matsuo Bashō?

  1. On a withered branch A crow has settled Autumn evening

  2. The old pond A frog jumps in The sound of water

  3. In the twilight rain These blossoms are falling So gently, so still


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The most famous haiku by Matsuo Bashō is "On a withered branch A crow has settled Autumn evening".

What is the purpose of a haiku?

  1. To tell a story

  2. To express an emotion

  3. To capture a moment


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The purpose of a haiku is to capture a moment.

What is the traditional tone of a haiku?

  1. Serious

  2. Humorous

  3. Playful


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The traditional tone of a haiku is serious.

What is the traditional imagery of a haiku?

  1. Nature

  2. Love

  3. War


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The traditional imagery of a haiku is nature.

What is the traditional symbolism of a haiku?

  1. Nature

  2. Love

  3. War


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The traditional symbolism of a haiku is nature.

What is the traditional metaphor of a haiku?

  1. Nature

  2. Love

  3. War


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The traditional metaphor of a haiku is nature.

What is the traditional simile of a haiku?

  1. Nature

  2. Love

  3. War


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The traditional simile of a haiku is nature.

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