3) Rise of the Warrior Class (TCI)

What was the main job of the Shogun?

• Give advice to the emperor

• Rule as commander-in-chief of the military

• Encourage arts and literature

• Loyally serve and obey his Daimyo superiors

Which of these principles would a teacher of samurai most likely emphasize?

• Avoid pain and suffering.

• Have mercy on your enemy.

• Do whatever you can to stay alive.

• Always be prepared and alert.

Which of these mattered most to a samurai who was following the code of Bushido?

• loyalty and honor

• learning and intellect

• beauty and gracefulness

• forgiveness and generosity

Why might life for a Japanese woman have been better in the 12th century than in the 17th century?

• As samurai culture developed, women's status declined.

• When the emperors regained power, women lost authority.

• As Buddhism took hold, women could not seek enlightenment.

• When the capital moved to Edo, women were denied government jobs.

Which of the following was a benefit of the samurai style of armor?

• It allowed them free movement

• It showed their wealth in battle

• It was inexpensive to purchase

• It made them fashionable

When preparing for a battle against the samurai, what weapon are you most likely trying to defend yourself against?

• Arrows

• Axes

• Grenades

• Cannons

How are martial arts like Judo and Karate DIFFERENT from the ways the Samurai learned to fight?

• They often do NOT require weapons

• They helped with spiritual healing

• They served as popular entertainment

• They were used mostly among children

How should a guest behave at a tea ceremony?

• Help prepare the refreshments for the host

• Tell jokes while the water boils

• Observe each step very precisely

• Suggest moving the party outside

In Buddhist teachings, how does meditation help lead to wisdom?

• By teaching the steps to a moral life

• By emptying the mind of distracting thoughts

• By providing a time to regret one's sins

• By encouraging the study of books by enlightened teachers

Which of these is the BEST example of samurai influence on Japan?

• Skills in creating technology

• Political power of the emperor

• Kamikaze pilots in World War II

• Going to cram school