In the Japanese style of painting known as yamato-e, artists

drew their scenes with thin lines and bright colors

The object of the game of kemari is to

keep the ball in the air as long as possible.

One reason Heian aristocrats played kemari was

because they had plenty of leisure time.

ocho is most likely the artist who developed a technique of

carving separate pieces from wood and then joining them.

How were Japanese samurai and European knights different?

Bushido Code is much stricter than the idea of chivalry

What did the samurai agree to do in exchange for land grants from the shogun?

to serve and protect the shogun

In the 12th century, women

could inherit property and perform the duties of a vassal.

fostered a spirit of harmony and calm among the samurai.

What happened to the role of women in samurai society from the 12th century to the 17th century

Their position in society declined.

This picture shows a modern woman applying makeup in the Heian style. Which statement is true?

Heian woman used white face powder to look pale

What is the likely reason why this famous temple came to be called Phoenix Hall?

because it is shaped like a bird in flight

stresses self-reliance and achieving enlightenment; meditate

Samurai wore armor made of

rows of small metal plates and laced together with silk

For nearly 300 years, the Fujiwara family

controlled Japan without actually being the official rulers.

What brought Japan's warrior society to an end in 1868?

The emperor was restored to ruling power.

Why was Zen Buddhism a good match for the samurai way of life?

Zen helped samurai learn discipline and focus their minds.

Which group of women had the least respect and independence?

women of the samurai class in the 17th century

How did the Fujiwaras gain power in Japan?

They married into the royal family and acted as advisors

What happened after Tokugawa Ieyasu became shogun in 1603?

Japan remained at peace for the next 250 years.

The followers of Amida Buddhism believed that

all people could reach paradise.

beauty more than generosity and honesty.

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1
In the Japanese style of painting known as yamato-e, artists
drew their scenes with thin lines and bright colors
painted with strokes of unmixed colors
used shapes, colors, and textures to depict objects
used the natural form of the subjects into geometric shapes.
2
As shown, one of the most important beauty features for women in the Heian period was
graceful arm gestures.
a beautiful smile.
long hair.
red flowers on her garments.
3
A samurai's supreme duty was to be so loyal to his lord that
he would fight alongside him in battle.
he would gladly die for him.
he would offer his daughter in marriage to him.
he would surrender all of his land to him.
4
This painting shows a scene from the Tale of Genji, by
Murasaki Shikibu.
Fujiwara Michinaga.
Sei Shonagon.
Amida Buddha.
5
The object of the game of kemari is to
kick the ball into the opponents' goal.
prevent the opponent from touching the ball.
keep the ball in the air as long as possible.
get the ball as close to the target as possible.
6
One reason Heian aristocrats played kemari was
because they had plenty of leisure time.
to fulfill religious obligations.
to settle arguments between noblemen.
because they wanted to please the emperor.
7
The well-groomed people who were members of the emperor's court were known as
yoki.
courtiers.
bugaku.
fashionistas.
8
This photo shows Phoenix Hall in Heian-kyo (now Kyoto). Phoenix Hall was built by
the father of Murasaki Sikibu
the brother of Sei Shonagan
the uncle of Jocho
the son of Fujiwara Michinaga
9
ocho is most likely the artist who developed a technique of
scroll painting to show a series of events in time order
carving separate pieces from wood and then joining them.
yamato-e to distinguish the Japanese style from the Chinese
creating entire works of art from a single piece of wood.
10
How were Japanese samurai and European knights different?
Knights wore armor, but samurai did not.
Bushido Code is much stricter than the idea of chivalry
Knights fought more often on horseback than samurai did.
Samurai were loyal to their lords, but knights were not
11
yamato-e included landscapes showing the seasons, natural beauty, scenes from literature, and
the emperor and his family.
prominent figures in Japanese history.
monuments and great public buildings.
people doing seasonal tasks.
12
What did the samurai agree to do in exchange for land grants from the shogun?
to serve and protect the shogun
to devote his loyalty to the emperor alone
to entertain the shogun with poetry and music
to ensure Japan stayed at peace
13
In the 12th century, women
could inherit property and perform the duties of a vassal.
were completely under the control of the men
could not choose their own husbands.
were required to fight in battle alongside men.
14
The samurai's most prized weapon was his
horse.
gun.
sword.
fist.
15
What evidence tells you that Genji's visit with a holy man, in the mountains, was at a spring?
The land is mostly brown.
The cherry trees are blooming.
The women stand on a platform.
The women are wearing red robes.
16
The tea ceremony
fostered a spirit of harmony and calm among the samurai.
provided samurai their last meal before important battles.
gave the samurai an opportunity to demonstrate their talents
involved planning the downfall of the samurai's enemies.
17
What happened to the role of women in samurai society from the 12th century to the 17th century
They no longer had a position in society.
Their position in society declined.
Their position in society stayed the same.
Their position in society improved.
18
What was the consequence when a samurai failed to live up to the code of Bushido?
He was imprisoned for life.
He was banished from Japan.
He was publicly executed by his lord.
He committed ritual suicide.
19
This picture shows a modern woman applying makeup in the Heian style. Which statement is true?
Heian women prized a natural look
Heian women were interested in inner beauty
Heian women gave themselves a masculine appearance
Heian woman used white face powder to look pale
20
What is the likely reason why this famous temple came to be called Phoenix Hall?
because it is shaped like a bird in flight
because it was believed to be a passageway to the afterlife
because it looks like temples from Arizona
because it rose from the ashes of an earlier temple
21
This is the greatest masterpiece of Heian sculpture, the Amida Buddha, made by the artist
Jocho
Murasaki Sikibu.
Sei Shonagan.
Fujiwara
22
Zen Buddhism
requires its followers to focus on everyday, logical think
stresses self-reliance and achieving enlightenment
stresses self-reliance and achieving enlightenment; meditate
stresses self-reliance and achieving enlightenment
23
The Tale of Genji follows the love life of Genji, a fictional
lady-in-waiting.
servant.
emperor of China.
prince.
24
This photo shows a modern-day game of kemari. During the Heian period, who played kemari?
courtiers
servants
children
peasants
25
Based on this photo and your reading, what game is this man playing?
rango.
kemari.
bugaku.
kyo.
26
A samurai's training included
swordsmanship.
martial arts.
all of the above
archery
27
Samurai wore armor made of
chainmail armor
panels of densely layered cotton
rows of small metal plates and laced together with silk
thick leather panels
28
Who were the samurai in medieval Japan?
Buddhist monks
local lords
warriors
commanders-in-chief
29
For nearly 300 years, the Fujiwara family
were the Japanese royal family, from which all emperors came
controlled Japan without actually being the official rulers.
were in charge of the entire banking system in Japan.
served as the official court artists to the emperor of Japan
30
What brought Japan's warrior society to an end in 1868?
The last shogun died without an heir.
The code of Bushido was abolished.
The emperor was restored to ruling power.
The United States defeated Japan in World War II.
31
Why was Zen Buddhism a good match for the samurai way of life?
Zen brought samurai closer to nature and their role in it.
forced samurai to examine and increase their fear of death.
Zen helped samurai learn discipline and focus their minds.
gave samurai the hope of reaching the paradise of Pure Land.
32
What were Japanese warriors called?
Daimyos
Samurai
Bushido
Ninjas
33
Which group of women had the least respect and independence?
peasant women in the 12th century
women of the samurai class in the 12th century
peasant women in the 17th century
women of the samurai class in the 17th century
34
Bushido means
"the way of the warrior."
"the western paradise."
"the sound of one hand clapping."
"the art of beautiful writing."
35
As part of their training, samurai had to learn
self-control
the coffee ceremony
all of the above
relaxation techniques
36
How did the Fujiwaras gain power in Japan?
They married into the royal family and acted as advisors
They continued to win elections because they were popular
They led an army to overthrow the rightful emperor
They controlled the Japanese treasury
37
By the 17th century, samurai were expected to practice the art of beautiful writing, known as
Bushido.
haiku.
the tea ceremony.
calligraphy.
38
What happened after Tokugawa Ieyasu became shogun in 1603?
He resigned and became the very last shogun.
Japan splintered into many tiny independent kingdoms.
Japan remained at peace for the next 250 years.
The emperor regained his power over the government
39
The followers of Amida Buddhism believed that
there was no paradise.
all people could reach paradise.
paradise was found on Earth.
only those chosen by God would reach paradise.
40
Heian society valued
beauty more than generosity and honesty.
the desire to live simply
hard work and unselfishness more than elegance and fashion.
military strength and political power
41
The Tale of Genji is often called
the most beautiful painting in Japanese history.
the world's first novel.
the greatest work of Japanese poetry.
Japan's version of a Shakespearean play.

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