Medieval Japanese politics and social structure

What was the primary function of samurais in feudal Japan?

• to make weapons for warriors

• to set up dynasties called shogunates

• to protect the "interests" of the daimyo

• to spread the beliefs of Zen–Buddhists

During the era of the lord–vassal (Feudalism) society in Japan, which group of people actually ruled Japan and truly held power?

• the emperors

• the samurais

• the shoguns

• the artisans

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 Chinese neighbors."

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

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

Which practice is best associated with the followers of Zen Buddhism?

• meditation

• military training

• human sacrifices

• pilgrimage

–Established the first Japanese embassy in China

-Built countless Buddhist temples in order to bring Buddhism to Japan

–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

Which of the 4 main Japanese islands is furthest south?

• Katana

• Kyushu

• Osaka

• Japan

The Japanese Golden Age of art and literature was during which of the following periods?

• Edo Period

• Heian Period

• Nara Period

• Meiji Period

The samurai's role in Japanese culture was to follow the Code of __________, which emphasized honor, bravery, and absolute loyalty to one's lord.

• Seppuku

• Kamikaze

• Haiku

• Bushido

-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:

Daimyo, samurai and peasants were all a part of Japanese society.

• Government

• Economy

• Religion

• Social Classes