Shoin-zukuri Quiz

Which period is Shoin-zukuri architectural style most associated with?

• Heian period

• Kamakura period

• Muromachi period

• Edo period

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DOK Level 1: Recall

What is the primary function of the tokonoma in Shoin-zukuri architecture?

• Sleeping area

• Storage space

• Decorative alcove

• Cooking area

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Identify a key element of Shoin-zukuri architecture.

• Tatami flooring

• Sliding glass doors

• Western-style furniture

• Concrete walls

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Explain the historical significance of Shoin-zukuri in Japanese architecture.

• It introduced Western architectural elements to Japan.

• It marked the transition from medieval to modern Japanese architecture.

• It was the first style to incorporate gardens into the home design.

• It influenced the development of the tea house architecture.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Describe the role of fusuma in Shoin-zukuri architecture.

• They are used as decorative elements.

• They serve as sliding doors or room dividers.

• They are used for cooking.

• They are a type of flooring.

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How did Shoin-zukuri architecture influence later Japanese architectural styles?

• It introduced the use of concrete and steel.

• It led to the development of the Sukiya-zukuri style.

• It popularized the use of Western furniture.

• It eliminated the use of tatami mats.

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What is the role of the engawa in Shoin-zukuri architecture?

• It is a type of decorative element.

• It serves as a corridor or veranda.

• It is used for cooking.

• It is a type of window.

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DOK Level 1: Recall