Literature of Japan

Japanese literature has been shaped by diverse influential figures throughout its history. Who has greatly left a significant mark on Japanese literature?

• Chinese

• Eastern

• Indian

• Western

Japanese literature can be divided into ____ periods.

Periods of Philippine Literature: Four Periods of Japanese Literature

Philippine Pre-Colonial Period: ___________ Literature

• Medieval

• Classical

• Modern

• Ancient

In the tale of Japan's creation, what element was believed to be the origin of Japan?

• bamboo

• gem stones

• gods

• swords

What is the world's first novel?

• Yomihon

• Tale Creation of Japan

• The Tale of Genji

• The Tale of Heiki

During which Japanese literature period was The Tale of Genji created?

• Ancient

• Classical

• Medieval

• Modern

What period of Japanese literature emerged as a result of the intertwining of history and literature, influenced by civil wars and the rise of the warrior class?

• Ancient

• Classical

• Medieval

• Modern

Why is renga called a "linked poem?"

• Because it is related to nature and seasons.

• Because stanzas are thematic and linguistic.

• Because it is composed collaboratively.

• Because it creates a cohesive chain of verses.

During which period of Japanese literature did the art form of renga originate?

• Ancient

• Classical

• Medieval

• Modern

Japanese Modern Literature is divided into ___ periods.