Why is the Heian period called Japan’s golden age?

because of its art and literature

For nearly 300 years, the Fujiwara family

controlled Japan without actually being the official rulers.

Which group of women had the least respect and independence?

women of the samurai class in the 17th century

Why might life for a Japanese woman have been better in the 1100s than in the 1600s?

As samurai culture developed, women's status declined.

How did the Fujiwaras gain power in Japan?

Married daughters into the royal family & acted as advisors.

How were Japanese samurai and European knights different?

Samurai code, Bushido stricter than knights' code, chivalry.

Japan learned new art techniques because during the 5th and 6th century

Korean & Chinese immigrants created Japan's religious art

What happened to Japanese culture when Empress Suiko and Prince Shotoku came into power in 593?

Cultural diffusion occurred at a faster rate.

In medieval times, Japan absorbed different cultures because Prince Shotoku

encouraged contact with Korea and China.

How should a guest behave at a tea ceremony?

observe each step very precisely

Why would a visitor to the home of a Heian aristocrat see few objects?

Simplicity was thought to be beautiful.

Which of these is the best example of samurai influence on modern Japan?

kamikaze pilots in World War II

Why were medieval Japanese documents written in Chinese?

Ancient Japanese was only a spoken language.

What happened after Tokugawa Ieyasu became shogun in 1603?

Japan remained at peace for the next 250 years.

ability to recognize beauty more than generosity & honesty.

Shinto priests built shrines that reflected Japan's

agricultural society and love for nature.

What key difference between China and Japans's government emerged in the 9th century

Noble family members held high governmental positions.

How did Japanese government change after Minamoto Yoritomo came to power in 1185?

A warrior class began to run the country.

What happened in Japan during the period marked on the timeline?

Daimyos fought each other for land and power

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

The emperor was restored to ruling power.

Which of the following is true of Japan's native music?

It always was recited using few notes.

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1
Using this photo, one of the most important beauty features for women in the Heian period was
long hair.
graceful arm gestures.
red flowers on her garments.
a beautiful smile.
2
Which tool would a student of calligraphy use most?
a hammer
a brush
a needle
a pipe
3
Why is the Heian period called Japan’s golden age?
because of its foreign trade
because of its art and literature
because of its military power
because of its rich mines
4
For nearly 300 years, the Fujiwara family
were the Japanese royal family, from which all emperors came
served as the official court artists to the emperor of Japan
were in charge of the entire banking system in Japan.
controlled Japan without actually being the official rulers.
5
Which group of women had the least respect and independence?
peasant women in the 17th century
women of the samurai class in the 17th century
women of the samurai class in the 12th century
peasant women in the 12th century
6
Why might life for a Japanese woman have been better in the 1100s than in the 1600s?
When the emperors regained power, women lost authority.
When the capital moved to Edo, women denied govern't jobs
As Buddhism took hold, women could not seek enlightenment.
As samurai culture developed, women's status declined.
7
How did the Fujiwaras gain power in Japan?
Led army to overthrow rightful emperor, & rule in his place.
Controlled the treasury & force emperor to do what they want
Married daughters into the royal family & acted as advisors.
Continued to win elections b/c they were popular w/ people.
8
How were Japanese samurai and European knights different?
Knights fought more often on horseback than samurai did.
Samurai were loyal to lords, knights were loyal only to king
Knights wore armor, but samurai did not.
Samurai code, Bushido stricter than knights' code, chivalry.
9
Japan learned new art techniques because during the 5th and 6th century
all of the above
English & French lit. affected how art was viewed in Japan
Korean & Chinese immigrants created Japan's religious art
India & Japan traded goods & were influenced by each other.
10
Who were the samurai in medieval Japan?
warriors
local lords
Buddhist monks
commanders-in-chief
11
What happened to Japanese culture when Empress Suiko and Prince Shotoku came into power in 593?
Japan was not influenced by other cultures.
Cultural diffusion occurred at a faster rate.
Other cultures emerged for the first time.
Other cultures completely replaced Japans'.
12
Zen Buddhism suited the samurai way of life because of its emphasis on
faith.
discipline.
prayer.
warfare.
13
In medieval times, Japan absorbed different cultures because Prince Shotoku
ruled Japan after ruling Korea and China.
conquered many cities in Korea and China.
had relatives that lived in Korea and China.
encouraged contact with Korea and China.
14
How should a guest behave at a tea ceremony?
help prepare the refreshments
observe each step very precisely
tell jokes while the water boils
suggest moving the party outside
15
Why would a visitor to the home of a Heian aristocrat see few objects?
Simplicity was thought to be beautiful.
The nobles lacked money to buy things.
The wood floors were considered dirty.
Valuables were hidden to prevent theft.
16
Which of these mattered most to a samurai who was following the code of Bushido?
loyalty and honor
beauty and gracefulness
forgiveness and generosity
learning and intellect
17
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.
18
Which of these is the best example of samurai influence on modern Japan?
kamikaze pilots in World War II
prejudice against Amida Buddhists
political power of the emperor
skill in creating technology
19
The main job of the shogun was to
encourage arts and literature.
give advice to the emperor.
rule through military power.
loyally serve and obey his lord.
20
Why were medieval Japanese documents written in Chinese?
Chinese was the original language of Japan.
Ancient Japanese was only a spoken language.
Japanese scribes were usually born in China.
Buddhist documents were written in Chinese.
21
What happened after Tokugawa Ieyasu became shogun in 1603?
Emperor regained his power for the next 100 years.
Japan remained at peace for the next 250 years.
He resigned and became the very last shogun.
Japan splintered into many tiny independent kingdoms.
22
In Japan today, the lasting influence of the Heian period is strongest in
rank and class.
literature and drama.
science and technology.
politics and government.
23
Heian society valued
the desire to live simply more than having beautiful things.
hard work and unselfishness more than elegance and fashion.
ability to recognize beauty more than generosity & honesty.
military strength & political power more than poetry & art.
24
Shinto priests built shrines that reflected Japan's
good economy and appreciation for art.
agricultural society and love for nature.
changing values and different morals.
progressive industry and complex history.
25
What key difference between China and Japans's government emerged in the 9th century
Uji chiefs regained their power and control of land again.
Noble family members held high governmental positions.
Japanese emperors became the main ruler of the land.
Government officials were appointed based on merit.
26
How did Japanese government change after Minamoto Yoritomo came to power in 1185?
The emperor became more powerful.
Chinese ideas led to ranks of officials.
A warrior class began to run the country.
A new constitution was based on nature.
27
Which royal practice helped bring the Heian period to an end?
imposing military control
taxing most land too heavily
giving large estates to nobles
providing food to the hungry
28
What happened in Japan during the period marked on the timeline?
The shogun brought the samurai under control.
The emperor regained his position.
Buddhist teachings fell out of favor.
Daimyos fought each other for land and power
29
What does Buddhism's moral code focus on?
using meditation
all of the above
expressed respect
acting correctly
30
Which group was most responsible for the achievements of Japan’s golden age?
emperors
aristocrats
farmers
merchants
31
What brought Japan's warrior society to an end in 1868?
The code of Bushido was abolished.
The emperor was restored to ruling power.
The last shogun died without an heir.
The United States defeated Japan in World War II.
32
What action did the emperor Kammu take to reduce the political power of Buddhist priests?
He tore down old temples.
He introduced high taxes.
He moved the capital city.
He taught a new religion.
33
In medieval times, ideas from other cultures travelled to Japan by way of the
Hidaka Mountains.
Korean Peninsula.
Chugoku Range.
Japanese Alps.
34
Which of the following is true of Japan's native music?
It never had any accompanying lyrics.
It never had any singing or vocal parts.
It always was recited using few notes.
It always had very elaborate melodies.

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