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Haiku in Popular Culture

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Which American poet is often credited with introducing Haiku to the English-speaking world?

  1. Ezra Pound

  2. Robert Frost

  3. Walt Whitman

  4. Emily Dickinson


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Ezra Pound, a prominent modernist poet, is widely recognized for introducing Haiku to the English-speaking world through his translations and essays on Japanese poetry.

What is the title of the famous Haiku written by Jack Kerouac?

  1. The Dharma Bums

  2. On the Road

  3. Mexico City Blues

  4. The Sea is My Brother


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Jack Kerouac, a renowned Beat Generation writer, composed a Haiku titled 'Mexico City Blues' that captured the essence of his experiences in Mexico City.

In which popular animated film does a character recite a Haiku?

  1. Spirited Away

  2. My Neighbor Totoro

  3. Princess Mononoke

  4. Kiki's Delivery Service


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the acclaimed animated film 'Spirited Away,' directed by Hayao Miyazaki, the character Chihiro recites a Haiku as part of a riddle to gain entry to the spirit world.

Which Haiku by Basho is featured in the opening scene of the movie 'Lost in Translation'?

  1. An old silent pond...

  2. A withered tree stands...

  3. On a withered branch...

  4. A crow has settled...


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The opening scene of the movie 'Lost in Translation' features the Haiku 'An old silent pond... A frog jumps in, the sound of water' by the renowned Japanese poet Basho.

What is the title of the Haiku collection written by Allen Ginsberg?

  1. Empty Mirror

  2. Kaddish

  3. Howl

  4. Planet News


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Allen Ginsberg, a prominent Beat Generation poet, published a collection of Haiku titled 'Empty Mirror' in 1961, showcasing his exploration of the Haiku form.

Which Haiku by Issa is featured in the video game 'The Last of Us'?

  1. A world of dew, and within every dewdrop a world of struggle

  2. In this world, there is nothing as sad as a sparrow in the rain

  3. A grasshopper jumps, and the world is silent again

  4. A dragonfly rests on a blade of grass, the world is still


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the video game 'The Last of Us,' the Haiku 'A world of dew, and within every dewdrop a world of struggle' by Issa is featured as a collectible item, adding depth to the game's narrative.

What is the title of the Haiku poem written by Sylvia Plath?

  1. Daddy

  2. Lady Lazarus

  3. The Bell Jar

  4. Three Women


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Sylvia Plath, a renowned poet known for her confessional style, wrote a Haiku titled 'Daddy' as part of her collection 'Ariel,' exploring themes of trauma and loss.

In which TV show does a character write Haiku poems?

  1. The Big Bang Theory

  2. Friends

  3. Seinfeld

  4. The Office


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the TV show 'The Big Bang Theory,' the character Sheldon Cooper frequently writes and recites Haiku poems, showcasing his passion for the art form.

What is the title of the Haiku collection written by Gary Snyder?

  1. Riprap

  2. Turtle Island

  3. The Back Country

  4. Regarding Wave


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Gary Snyder, a prominent poet associated with the Beat Generation, published a collection of Haiku titled 'Riprap' in 1959, capturing the essence of the natural world.

Which Haiku by Basho is featured in the movie 'The Karate Kid'?

  1. A lonely crow on a withered branch

  2. The old pond, a frog jumps in

  3. On a withered branch, a crow has settled

  4. A world of dew, and within every dewdrop a world of struggle


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

In the movie 'The Karate Kid,' the Haiku 'A lonely crow on a withered branch' by Basho is recited by Mr. Miyagi, emphasizing the importance of balance and inner peace.

What is the title of the Haiku poem written by Matsuo Basho?

  1. The Narrow Road to the Deep North

  2. Oku no Hosomichi

  3. The Records of a Weather-Beaten Journey

  4. Bashō's Journey to Sarashina


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Matsuo Basho, a renowned Haiku master, wrote the Haiku poem titled 'Oku no Hosomichi' or 'The Narrow Road to the Deep North,' a travelogue documenting his journey through Japan.

Which Haiku by Issa is featured in the movie 'The Remains of the Day'?

  1. A world of dew, and within every dewdrop a world of struggle

  2. In this world, there is nothing as sad as a sparrow in the rain

  3. A grasshopper jumps, and the world is silent again

  4. A dragonfly rests on a blade of grass, the world is still


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In the movie 'The Remains of the Day,' the Haiku 'In this world, there is nothing as sad as a sparrow in the rain' by Issa is featured, capturing the melancholic tone of the film.

What is the title of the Haiku collection written by Robert Bly?

  1. Silence in the Snowy Fields

  2. The Light Around the Body

  3. The Morning Glory

  4. This Body Is Made of Camphor and Gopherwood


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Robert Bly, a prominent American poet, published a collection of Haiku titled 'Silence in the Snowy Fields,' exploring themes of nature, spirituality, and the human condition.

Which Haiku by Basho is featured in the movie 'The Last Samurai'?

  1. A lonely crow on a withered branch

  2. The old pond, a frog jumps in

  3. On a withered branch, a crow has settled

  4. A world of dew, and within every dewdrop a world of struggle


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

In the movie 'The Last Samurai,' the Haiku 'On a withered branch, a crow has settled' by Basho is recited, symbolizing the samurai's unwavering spirit and connection to nature.

What is the title of the Haiku poem written by Kobayashi Issa?

  1. The Narrow Road to the Deep North

  2. Oku no Hosomichi

  3. The Records of a Weather-Beaten Journey

  4. Bashō's Journey to Sarashina


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Kobayashi Issa, a renowned Haiku poet, wrote the Haiku poem titled 'The Records of a Weather-Beaten Journey,' a collection of his observations and reflections during his travels.

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