Heian-kyo: The Heart of Japan's Golden Age (Lesson 24)

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This photo shows Phoenix Hall in Heian-kyo (now Kyoto). Phoenix Hall was built by

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the son of Fujiwara Michinaga.

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

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because it is shaped like a bird in flight

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For nearly 300 years, the Fujiwara family

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controlled Japan without actually being the official rulers.

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How did the Fujiwaras gain power in Japan?

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They married their daughters into the royal family and acted as advisors to the emperor.

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

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Heian women used white face powder to make themselves look very pale.

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One of the most important beauty features for women in the Heian period was

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long hair

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Heian society valued

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the ability to recognize beauty more than generosity and honesty.

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The well-groomed people who were members of the emperor's court were known as

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courtiers.

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Based on this photo and your reading, what game is this man playing? Options: bugaku, kemari, kyo, rango

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kemari

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During the Heian period, who played this game?

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courtiers