1. Who is Asashoryu?

2. Why did Asashoryu retire from sumo wrestling?

3. a) What is a yokozuna?
b) Why was Asashoryu awarded the title of yokozuna?

4. Describe the other incidents Asashoryu has been involved in that were embarrassing to the Japan Sumo Association.

5. Re-read the last paragraph. Watch the video under "Resources." What do you think of Asashoryu's response to what he will do next? Explain your answer.