1. Main idea related title for the passage:
The Origins and Evolution of the Word "Ninja"
2. Summarize the passage in your own words:
The term “ninja” originates from the Chinese word “shinobi,” meaning “to steal away,” which appeared in poems as early as the eighth century. During Japan’s Edo period, “shinobi-no-mono” was shortened to “ninja,” likely because it was easier and quicker to say. The kanji characters for both terms are similar, helping explain the linguistic shift.
3. Main idea related title for the passage:
The Ninja’s Katana: Weapon, Tool, and Tactical Advantage
4. Summarize the passage in your own words:
While ninjas used many tools, their preferred weapon was the katana—a curved, single-bladed sword carried in a scabbard on the back. Beyond combat, the scabbard had multiple uses: climbing by bracing against walls, probing dark areas silently, or even blinding enemies with a mixture of pepper, dirt, and iron shavings placed inside.
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