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What type of poetry did Murasaki Shikibu write?

  • Haiku

  • Tanka

  • Renga

  • Sonnets

Answer

Murasaki Shikibu wrote tanka poetry, a traditional Japanese form consisting of five lines with a syllable pattern of 5-7-5-7-7. Her poetry, along with her diary and The Tale of Genji, showcases her literary talents and provides valuable insights into the Heian period.
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