Ch15Sec02-Japan-ArtAndCultureInHeian

What were the nobles' wardrobes full of?

• Linen robes and diamond jewelry
• Wool robes and bronze jewelry
• Silk robes and gold jewelry
• Cotton robes and silver jewelry

What nickname did the nobles of the court give themselves in Heian?

• Servants of the emperor
• Dwellers among the clouds
• Common people
• Supporters of the arts

What was the role of women in early Japanese prose?

• They were not allowed to write
• They were the primary writers
• They only wrote poetry
• They were the primary readers

What are the characteristics of Lady Murasaki's writing in Tale of Genji?

• Boring and monotonous
• Complex and intricate
• Colorful and realistic
• Vague and ambiguous

Who is considered one of the greatest writers in early Japanese history?

• Prince Genji
• Prince Genji Shikibu
• Lady Murasaki Shikibu
• Lady Genji

What were the characteristics of Heian architecture?

• Brick buildings
• Tall skyscrapers
• Wooden frames with curved ends
• Stone buildings

What did Zen Buddhists believe led to wisdom?

• Self-discipline and meditation
• Chanting the Buddha's name
• Faith and good behavior
• Elaborate rituals

What language did noble women in Japan write in?

• Japanese
• Korean
• English
• Chinese

What form of Buddhism was popular with Japan's common people during the Heian period?

• Zen Buddhism
• Mahayana Buddhism
• Pure Land Buddhism
• Theravada Buddhism

What did the nobles often carry to complete their outfits?

• Swords
• Umbrellas
• Decorative fans
• Books