Unit 3 Lesson 3 Religion

Front

Which religion is native to Japan?

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Shinto

Front

What are spirits in Shinto known as?

Back

Kami

Front

From which countries did Japan adopt Buddhism?

Back

China and Korea

Front

What does the torii gate in Shinto represent?

Back

A sacred boundary

Front

What is the main goal of Zen meditation?

Back

Reaching Enlightenment

Front

What is syncretism?

Back

Combining elements of Shinto and Buddhism

Front

Who are offerings at Shinto shrines left for?

Back

Kami

Front

What is the ultimate goal in Buddhism?

Back

Enlightenment

Front

Zen monks often express their spirituality through which activities? Options: Sword fighting and rituals, Painting, calligraphy, and gardening, Building shrines and temples, Prayer and chanting

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Painting, calligraphy, and gardening

Front

During which period did Buddhism first come to Japan? Options: Heian period, Edo period, Nara period, Kamakura period

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Nara period