Why did clans form in Japan?

• Clans formed to establish trade routes.
• Clans formed to promote artistic expression.
• Clans formed to overthrow the Fujiwara family.

• Clans formed to spread religious beliefs.

What is a figurehead?

• A figurehead is a symbolic leader with no real power.

• A figurehead is a ceremonial position with full authority.
• A figurehead is a powerful leader who makes all decisions.
• A figurehead is a type of military rank.

Who used the merit-system for government jobs?

• The Canadian government
• The Chinese government

• The Japan government

• The British government

By tradition, where did Yamato rulers set up a court?

• In the emperor's palace

• In their home towns

• In their own territory

• In surrounding areas

What does “Heian” mean?

• War or conflict
• Peace or tranquility

• Noise or disturbance
• Chaos or disorder

Who were most of the government officials in Japan?

• Nobles

• Artisans
• Farmers
• Merchants

How did the Fujiwara family gain power?

• They gained power through military conquest.
• They inherited power from their ancestors without any political maneuvering.
• They were appointed by foreign rulers to govern Japan.
• The Fujiwara family gained power by having their daughters marry emperors.

Who did Japan trade with?

• Japan traded with China and Korea

• Japan traded with Brazil
• Japan traded with the United States and Canada

• Japan traded with Australia

Who were the two powerful clans in Japan?

• Oda clan and Takeda clan
• Tokugawa clan and Uesugi clan
• Minamoto clan and Taira clan
• Fujiwara clan and Ashikaga clan

What four major luxury goods did the Japanese have that other places wanted to trade for?

• Timber, copper, silver, steel swords.

• fruits, vegetables, grains, livestock
• gold, diamonds, spices, furs
• cotton, wool, glass, metals