Bob Greenberg - 'Although the Wind' by Izumi Shikibu

The video introduces Shucky Boo, a Japanese poet from the 11th century, and discusses the translation of his work by Jane Hirschfeld. It highlights the vivid imagery in his poetry, depicting the wind and moonlight in a ruined house.

Who was Shucky Boo?

• An American novelist

• A Japanese poet

• A French painter

• A Chinese philosopher

In which century did Shucky Boo write?

• 10th century

• 13th century

• 11th century

• 12th century

Who translated Shucky Boo's work?

• Emily Dickinson

• Robert Frost

• Jane Hirschfeld

• William Wordsworth

What natural element is mentioned as blowing terribly in the poem?

• Snow

• Sunlight

• Wind

• Rain

What does the moonlight do in the poem?

• Reflects off the water

• Leaks between the roof planks

• Illuminates the entire house

• Casts shadows on the ground