Medieval Japan

In medieval Japan, Buddhism and Shinto influenced many aspects of culture, including:

• Literature and the arts
• Government and philosophy
• Science and education
• All of the above

The sect of Buddhism known for its simple way of life and self-control, brought to Japan from China, is called _______ Buddhism.

The martial arts, which were connected to the principles of Zen Buddhism, were believed to be introduced by a monk named:

• Bodhidharma
• Dalai Lama
• Nichiren
• Shinran

Which form of Japanese theater taught Buddhist ideas and was performed on a simple, bare stage?

• Kyogen
• Bunraku
• Kabuki
• Noh

In medieval Japan, the art of folding paper, which was learned at the emperor's court, is known as _______.

Lady Murasaki Shikibu is known for writing "The Tale of Genji," which is considered by some as the world's first _______.

During the shogunate period, the Japanese economy grew, and this group prospered significantly:

• The emperor and nobles
• Military officials
• Merchants and traders
• All of the above

The capital city of Kyoto became a major center for production and trade, where many artisans and merchants formed groups called _______.

The Japanese gardens were designed to imitate nature and were meant to evoke feelings of _______ and calmness.

Calligraphy in Japan was an art form that was supposed to reveal much about a person’s:

• Wealth
• Education and character
• Religious beliefs
• Political views