Japanese History Quizs

Although Yoritomo was made shogun in 1192, it was the emperor who actually ran Japan’s government for the next seven centuries.

• True

• False

• Partially True

• Not enough information

The word samurai means “to serve,” and bushido means “the way of the warrior.”

• True

• False

• It means 'to fight'

• It means 'to protect'

Japan’s wealth came from its farmers and artisans, and increased?

• Trade and markets

• Agricultural subsidies

• Foreign investments

• Industrialization

Noh is a form of Japanese poetry made up of 3 lines and 17 syllables.

• True

• False

• It is a type of Japanese theater.

• It consists of 5 lines and 14 syllables.

Lady Murasaki Shikibu wrote this book about a Japanese prince.

• The tale of Genji

• The Book of Tea

• The Tale of Heike

• The Pillow Book

Before 800 CE the Japanese capital was moved from Nara to Heian-Kyo.

• True

• False

• Partially True

• Not enough information

Before 800 C.E, the Japanese government eliminated taxes for farmers and raised them on nobles in the outlying provinces.

• True

• False

• Partially true

• Not enough information

The art and architecture of Japan show the Japanese love of?

• Complexity and technology

• Simplicity and nature

• Ornate designs and colors

• Urbanization and modernity

What did the Japanese emperor do in 1192 to prevent the Minamoto family from taking the throne?

• Gave him the title of Shogun.

• Exiled the Minamoto family.

• Established a new dynasty.

• Appointed a regent.

Followers of Zen Buddhism discipline their bodies through?

• Martial arts

• Yoga

• Meditation

• Pilates