Japan Quiz Review

How did the Nara and Heian periods impact Japanese culture?

• They led to the creation of unique city-states.

• They led to the adoption of Indian religions and cultures.

• They led to the creation of a unified Japanese nation.

• They led to the growth of isolationist policies.

Which religion began in Japan?

• Christianity

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Shinto

Animism and Shinto both share which common belief?

• The soul will be reborn after death.

• Spirits inhabit both living and non living objects.

• Meditation leads to nirvana.

• Fasting leads to utopia.

According to the map, which nations would likely have the greatest impact on the development of Japan?

• China and Korea

• Mongolia and Philippines

• Taiwan and Myanmar

• Vietnam and Taiwan

How did the Samurai serve Japanese society during the shogun period?

• They led local political parties.

• They developed regional forms of art.

• They protected the lands of their lords.

• They created international trade.

How did the shogun control Japanese society during the 12^th century?

• They studied Christian teachings.

• They used their military power to enforce laws.

• They farmed crops for the emperor.

• They traded with European monarchs.

Which number correctly identifies the route taken by Marco Polo? 

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

How does the art of Japan reflect the values of traditional Japanese culture?

• Traditional Japanese culture valued urbanization.

• Traditional Japanese culture valued nature.

• Traditional Japanese culture valued industrialization.

• Traditional Japanese culture valued trade.

How has Japanese society adapted Buddhism to fit its culture better?

• by adding religious laws about land ownership to support feudalism

• by adding ideas about capitalism to support international trade

• by adding ideas of Shinto to make the religion more popular

• by adding a monotheistic deity to make the religion more similar to Christianity

In what way did the travels of Marco Polo promote trade between Europe and Asia?

• He wrote a book that inspired many to buy Chinese goods.

• He established European colonies in Mongolia.

• He calmed tensions in the Middle East.

• He spread Christianity throughout Asia.