China & Japan Review

A powerful Japanese military leader who often had more power than the emperor.

Japanese drama aimed at farmers, merchants, and other common folk

Based on this map, what benefited Southeast Asia the most in terms of trade?

What did the merit system promote people based on during the Song Dynasty?

The Song Dynasty used block printing to keep records. This increased ______, which means being able to read and write.

Which is the correct order for the feudal system in Japan?

What were Japanese scripts that contained journals, poems, and stories called?

What Chinese School of Thought believes that citizens should obey strict laws and that humans are inherently selfish?

What is the correct social order of the Yuan Dynasty?

Which school of thought emphasizes respect for other property and all life?

Which is the correct chronological order for the Chinese dynasties we discussed in this unit?

Did the Yuan dynasty (Mongols) close or reopen the silk road?

Which school of thought emphasizes respect for family, hard work and education?

A system in which people are hired and promoted based on talent and skills, rather than wealth or social status.

In what ways was Genghis Khan an effective military leader?

Japanese script developed in the Heian court that was adapted from Chinese characters

How did the Ming Dynasty handle trade in China?

Highly educated person who passed civil service examinations and worked in the government

A strict social system in which landowners grant people land or other rewards in exchange for military service or labor.

Early form of printing invented in China in which text was carved into a block of wood.

System of many government officials who carry out government rules and regulations.

Which school of thought believes if you look at life and think about things in the right way, you'll be much happier?

The code of bushido is a strict code of conduct that guided samurai behavior. What are the bushido values?

Japan is a(n) _______, which means it is made up of many islands.

What achievements did the Tang and Song Dynasties have in common?

Which nomadic tribe had control of China during the Yuan Dynasty?

What religions did Prince Shotoku believe could unite Japan?