Ancient Civilizations: Egypt and Japan Quiz

Nathan and Justin are discussing Ancient Egypt in history class. They wonder who was considered the supreme ruler and a living god in Ancient Egypt. Who is it?

• Shogun

• Pharaoh

• Samurai

• Daimyo

Jared and Kendall are discussing the values that guided samurai in Ancient Japan. What is the name of the code of honor they are talking about?

• Bushido

• Seppuku

• Shinto

• Confucianism

During a history class, Justin and Kendall are discussing the structures built for the burial of Ancient Egyptian pharaohs. Which structure are they most likely talking about?

• Pagoda

• Pyramid

• Castle

• Ziggurat

During a history class, Archer and Kendall are discussing Ancient Egyptian religion. Which of the following was a major god in Ancient Egyptian religion?

• Amaterasu

• Osiris

• Hachiman

• Raijin

Nathan and Sid are discussing history. Nathan asks, "In Feudal Japan, who were the landholding military lords?"

• Pharaohs

• Daimyo

• Shogun

• Viziers

Kendall and Nathan are visiting a museum exhibit about Ancient Egypt. They see a model of a pyramid and wonder about its main purpose. Which of the following best describes the main purpose of the pyramids in Ancient Egypt?

• Military fortresses

• Royal tombs

• Marketplaces

• Temples for worship

During a class discussion, Archer and Sid were talking about the beliefs and practices that shaped Ancient Japan. Which religion was most influential in shaping these beliefs and practices?

• Christianity

• Shinto

• Islam

• Zoroastrianism

During a history class discussion, Jared asked, "What was the main role of the shogun in Feudal Japan?"

• Religious leader

• Military ruler

• Farmer

• Merchant

Nathan and Sid are discussing examples of cultural exchange in their history class. Which of the following is an example of cultural exchange between Ancient Egypt and other nations?

• Adoption of the katana sword

• Trade of papyrus and gold with neighboring regions

• Building of castles

• Practice of seppuku

Sid and Justin are visiting a museum exhibit on Ancient Egypt. They notice that many of the artifacts and buildings are related to a particular aspect of Egyptian religion. Which aspect influenced their art and architecture the most?

• Belief in the afterlife

• Worship of the emperor

• Samurai code

• Feudal loyalty