Medieval Japan Quiz

In a history project on international relations, Levi, Carson, and Laura were studying how modern countries adopt different cultures. They discovered that this was because the Prime Minister of Japan

• conquered many cities in Korea and China.

• had relatives that lived in Korea and China.

• encouraged contact with Korea and China.

• ruled Japan after ruling Korea and China.

During a history project discussion, Claire, Randi, and Finley were examining the reign of Empress Suiko and Prince Shotoku in Japan. They came across several historical facts. Which of the following facts did they all agree upon?

• Japan's power was divided among chiefs during their reign.

• Japan had a rural agricultural society during their reign.

• Women had a relatively high status during their reign.

• All of the above

During a cultural exchange program to Japan, Kaden, Finley, and Isabel were introduced to Japan's indigenous religion that emphasizes reverence for nature. Can you name this religion?

• Nirvana.

• Shinto.

• Kami.

• Buddhism.

What does Buddhism's moral code focus on?

In a history museum, Carson, Autumn, and Christopher were examining a collection of medieval Japanese documents. Carson suggested that these documents were written in Chinese. Why would he make such a suggestion?

• He might have learned that Buddhist scriptures from that era were written in Chinese.

• He might assume that Japanese scribes of that time were usually born in China.

• He might believe that ancient Japanese was only a spoken language.

• He might think that Chinese was the original language of Japan.

Kaden, Avery, and Laura are working on a project for their art history class. They learned that during the medieval times, Japan incorporated many new techniques in their art and sculpture. Can you help them identify from which countries Japan learned these techniques?

• France and Britain

• Kani and Kana

• Korea and China

• India and Thailand

Gunnar, Christopher, and Claire are part of a book club that focuses on international literature. This month, they are exploring Japanese literature and came across an early form of Japanese poetry that originated from Japan's oral tradition. Can you help them identify this form of poetry?

• tanka

• tabu

• kana

• kanji

Wyatt, Violet, and Jack are planning a trip to Japan. They are particularly interested in the history of Buddhism in Japan and are discussing the type of architectural design the Japanese adopted when Buddhism arrived in Japan. What design did they adopt?

• the stupas design

• the tanka design

• the kanji design

• the pagoda design

During a cultural exchange program to Japan, Finley, Violet, and Levi attended a traditional music concert. They discovered that the form of Chinese court music that was introduced to Japan in the 6th century is known as

• sheng

• gagaku

• phoenix

• pagoda

During their school trip to Japan, Matthew, Priscilla, and Carson visited a Shinto shrine. They observed that the shrine was a reflection of Japan's

• agricultural society and love for nature

• progressive industry and complex history

• good economy and appreciation for art

• changing values and different morals