L25 The Rise of the Japanese Warrior Class in Japan

A daimyo in medieval Japan was most like which person in medieval Europe?

• A. a king

• B. a knight

• C. a lord

• D. a bishop

What was the primary purpose of the samurai's code of Bushido?

• D. To increase trade with other nations

• B. To guide their behavior and ethics

• A. To promote wealth and luxury

• C. To encourage travel and exploration

The main job of the shogun was to...

• A. give advice to the emperor.

• B. rule through military power.

• C. encourage arts and literature.

• D. loyally serve and obey his lord.

Judo and karate are Japanese martial arts. Unlike other ways the samurai learned to fight, martial arts such as these

• A. often do not require weapons.

• B. helped with their spiritual healing.

• C. served as popular entertainment.

• D. were used mostly among children.

Zen Buddhism suited the samurai way of life because of its emphasis on

• A. faith.

• B. prayer.

• C. warfare.

• D. discipline.

Which of these mattered most to a samurai who was following the code of Bushido?

• A. loyalty and honor

• B. learning and intellect

• C. beauty and gracefulness

• D. forgiveness and generosity

What was the main purpose of the tea ceremony in Japanese culture?

• A. To display wealth and power

• D. To celebrate harvest festivals

• C. To train for battle

• B. To practice mindfulness and etiquette

Which of these is the best example of samurai influence on modern Japan?

• A. skill in creating technology

• B. politcal power of the emperor

• C. kamikaze pilots in World War II

• D. prejudice against Amida Buddhists

How did the samurai of Japan differ from European knights in the Middle Ages?

• A. They owned vast estates.

• B. They fought only on horseback.

• C. They owed allegiance to a lord.

• D. They had to be able to read and write.

Someone who was preparing for a battle against the samurai would benefit most by finding a way to defend himself or herself against

• A. axes.

• B. arrows.

• C. chariots.

• D. cannons.