Flashcard on Japanese and Chinese Culture

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What was the role of a Shogun in Japanese society?

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A top military commander.

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What is the term for beautiful handwriting?

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Calligraphy.

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What does the Dynastic Cycle refer to?

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The rise and fall of Chinese dynasties according to the Mandate of Heaven.

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Who were the Daimyo?

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Warrior lords directly below the Shogun in feudal Japan.

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Who is the spirit believed to be the original ancestor of an early Japanese clan?

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Kami.

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What is Shinto?

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The traditional religion of Japan, focusing on kami (spirits) and rituals.

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What is Bushido?

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The code of honor and morals developed by the Japanese samurai.

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What is Filial Piety?

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A virtue of respect for one's parents and ancestors in Chinese culture.

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What is the significance of the Mandate of Heaven?

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A Chinese political and religious doctrine used to justify the rule of the emperor.

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What is the Great Wall of China?

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A series of fortifications built to protect Chinese states from invasions.