Medieval Japan

Why was fishing the main source of food in Japan?

• Japan was a volcanic (mountainous) island
• Japan had no soil so no food could be grown
• The people were excellent fishermen
• Eating other meats was forbidden in Shinto

What 2 bodies of water surround the islands of Japan?

• The Salton Sea and the Gulf of California

• Nile River and the Red Sea

• Indian Ocean and the Bay of Bengal

• The Sea of Japan and the East China Sea

The Japanese government adopted the idea of selecting the most qualified person for government jobs from visitors from __________, a nearby country.

• China

• India

• Mongolia

• Vietnam

Which motto best reflects the ideas that Prince Shotoku felt about Japan and its future success in Asia?

• "We should open our lands to no one."

• "We have a lot to learn from our neighbors."

• "We can take over the entire continent of Asia."

• "We must return to the ancient ways of our ancestors."

–Established the first Japanese embassy in China

–Adopted Confucian aspects into Japanese law

–Encouraged Chinese art and building practices in Japan

During the 7th century, Japanese culture made the above changes under what leader?

• Prince Yamashiro

• Prince Shotoku

• Emperor Yangdi

• Master Yoritomo

-Pagoda architecture

-Confucius philosophies

-Tang Dynasty music and dancing

-Tea drinking ceremonies

All of the above were introduced to Japan, in the 6th Century, as a result of its close proximity to what foreign land?

• Temasek Island

• China

• India

• Sri Vijaya Kingdom

Match the term to the big idea concept:

Japan is an archipelago, or group of islands.

• Social Classes

• Geography

• Religon

• Achievements

Match the term to the big idea concept:

Fishing was a major source of food and industry in Japan.

• Religion

• Achievement

• Economy

• Government

Match the term to the big idea concept:

Fishing was a major source of food and industry in Japan.

• Religion

• Achievement

• Economy

• Government

Match the term to the big idea concept:

Prince Shotoku created more power for the emperor to be similar to the government of China.

• Religion

• Government

• Social Class

• Achievements