7.10 Heian Aristocracy CQs INCOMPLETE

What type of literature did people write and women keep during the Heian period?

• Love poems and diaries

• War stories and autobiographies

• Science fiction novels and travel journals

• Cookbooks and gardening manuals

Which clan controlled Japan's government from 794 to 1185 during the Heian period?

• Taira clan

• Minamoto clan

• Fujiwara clan

• Date clan

What were the main characteristics of the Heian period?

• War and conflict

• Economic instability

• Peace, stability in government, and a focus on art and literature

• Religious persecution

Who wrote the Tale of Genji, the world's first novel, depicting Heian aristocracy culture?

• Murasaki Shikibu

• Sei Shonagon

• Lady Murasaki

• Yosano Akiko

What types of art were created by artists inspired by Buddhism?

• Paintings only

• Sculptures only

• Lacquered cases only

• Paintings, sculptures, and lacquered cases

What style were the government buildings in Heiankyo following?

• Roman

• Greek

• Chinese

• Egyptian

What did the Heian aristocracy believe was central to people's lives?

• Religion

• Science

• Art

• Politics

What type of literature did people write and keep during the Heian period?

• Love poems

• Science fiction novels

• Cookbooks

• Adventure stories

What types of art were created by artists inspired by Buddhism?

• Paintings only

• Sculptures only

• Lacquered cases only

• Paintings, sculptures, and lacquered cases

What were the main characteristics of the Heian period?

• Warfare and conflict

• Economic instability

• Peace, stable government, focus on art and literature

• Religious persecution