Matsuo Bashō, Yosa Buson, and Kobayashi Issa are all famous haiku poets, while William Shakespeare is a famous playwright and poet, but not a haiku poet.

The traditional number of syllables in a haiku is 5-7-5, with the first line having 5 syllables, the second line having 7 syllables, and the third line having 5 syllables.

Matsuo Bashō is considered the master of haiku poetry and is known for his simple, yet profound haiku that capture the beauty of nature and the human experience.

All of the options are famous haiku by Matsuo Bashō.

Yosa Buson is known for his haiku that focus on animals, plants, and seasons, often capturing the beauty and wonder of the natural world.

All of the options are famous haiku by Yosa Buson.

Kobayashi Issa is known for his haiku that express a wide range of emotions, including joy, sadness, and humor, often reflecting on the human condition and the beauty of everyday life.

All of the options are famous haiku by Kobayashi Issa.

Haiku poetry originated in Japan during the Edo period (1603-1868).

The traditional Japanese word for haiku is hokku.

Haiku poetry is often associated with Buddhism, particularly the Zen school of Buddhism, which emphasizes mindfulness, simplicity, and the appreciation of the present moment.

Haiku poetry often explores themes of nature, love, death, and the human condition.

Haiku poetry is known for its use of juxtaposition, which is the placement of two or more images or ideas side by side to create a new meaning or insight.

All of the options are examples of juxtaposition in haiku poetry.

Haiku poetry is often used to capture the fleeting nature of life, the beauty of nature, and the human condition.