Japanese Feudalism

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Who was the figurehead of power in Japanese society?

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Emperor

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Why was the emperor considered to be a "figurehead" of power?

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The emperor was in a position of power, but did not actually rule

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Who was the military general that ruled in Japan in the Emperor's name?

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Shogun

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These were powerful lords that lead armies of samurai in Japan.

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Daimyo

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These were trained warriors served their lords in Japan.

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Samurai

Front

These were the poorer farmers and craftsmen in Japan that provided food and service but had little to no power.

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Peasants

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Bushido, "the way of the warrior," represents what?

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the rules of daily behavior followed by samurai.

Front

How did Samurai warriors fight? Options: Knives, Hands to Hand, Two Swords, Firearms

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Two Swords

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Which characteristics were promoted by the bushido code?

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loyalty, bravery, and honor

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Who were the daimyo?

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head of a large landowning families