Japan Review

What statement is accurate about the role of women in the lord–vassal society of Japan?

During the era of the lord–vassal society in Japan, which group of people actually ruled Japan and truly held power?

A popular religion in Japan that states that all things in nature have a spirit that should be honored is __.

Who was at the bottom of the Social hierarchy in Japan?

Considered the world's first novel, The Tale of Genji also holds importance for being based on what style of literature?

Japanese uses thousands of written characters called kanji. Which culture contributed to the Japanese writing system?

Which form of poetry thrived in feudal Japan during the tenth century?

During the height of feudalism in Japan, it was common to see fighting between _ in order to gain power.

The samurai's role in Japanese culture was to follow the code of _, which emphasized honor, bravery, and loyalty.

What was the effect of the lord-vassal system that emerged in Japan in the 12th century?

_ was a popular form of decorative writing used during the Heian period that was used to make words appear beautiful

The Heian period was known as the golden age in medieval Japan because ____________.

Which country was mostly responsible for the development of Zen Buddhism?

What were the religious influences of China and Korea on Early Japan?

Which person agreed to defend the daimyo, even if it required the person to be unable to protect his family members?

Before adding their own creative ideas, Japanese artists during first adapted their methods and style from where?

What were the roles of samurais in the Japanese society?

Which of the following gave way to the development of a military government in Japan?

Traditional Japanese custom required a samurai who violated the bushido code to take which of the following actions?

Which of the following events took place during the reign of Prince Shotoku of Japan?

For the followers of Zen Buddhism, what does Zen represent?

Which cultural change occurred in Asia around 500 CE?

A short poem with only three lines, totaling 17 syllables, is known as _________ in Japanese culture.

Prince Shotoku, a Japanese leader, eagerly admitted skilled workers from __________ to share their trades with Japan.

Japan was able to exchange ideas and goods with Korea and China because ________________.

Which of the following was not an expectation of samurai who were adhering to the traditional code of conduct?

If you were a Samurai, your code of conduct and your sense of devotion meant you were unconcerned about

Which statement BEST describes how another culture contributed to the Japanese writing system?

During the 7th century what Japanese leader established a code of morality and virtue among the rulers?

The Japanese golden age of art and literature was during which of the following periods?

To obtain enlightenment, the followers of Zen Buddhism must regularly practice which activity?

In Feudal Japan, the strongest samurai, who were also great landowners, were known as the __________.

Which is a central belief for the followers of Zen Buddhism?

Japan changed to a military government, or shogunate, during the late 12th century. Who had the most power here?

What was the primary function of samurais in feudal Japan?