U1 L11: Japanese Feudal Society 7.11

Who were the primary landowners in Japanese feudal society?

• Shogun

• Daimyo

• Samurai

• Peasant

Who did the Daimyo pledge loyalty to?

• Shogun

• Samurai

• Peasants

• Merchants

2- The ​ (a)   , as the central military leader, held immense power and authority. They were appointed by the ​ (b)   but often wielded more practical control over the country. The shogun's role was to oversee the ​ (c)   and ensure their loyalty. They also had the responsibility of maintaining national defense and protecting the emperor. The shogunate system allowed for a ​ (d)   government with a focus on ​ (e)   strength. The shogun's decisions and policies greatly influenced the course of Japanese history during this period.

• shogun
• emperor
• daimyo
• centralized
• military

What was the code of conduct followed by the Samurai?

• Shinto

• Buddhism

• Bushido

• Philosophy

4- The rise of the (a)   society brought about significant changes in Japan's social structure. Power shifted from the (b)   to the military leaders, leading to a decline in the emperor's authority. The (c)   , shogun, and samurai formed a hierarchical system, with the shogun at the top, followed by the daimyo, and then the samurai. The emperor at this time was seen as more of a (d)   , he had little actual power. The samurai, despite being warriors, were expected to adhere to strict codes of conduct and etiquette. They were educated in literature, poetry, and other intellectual pursuits, reflecting the influence of (e)   culture during this period.

• military
• imperial court
• daimyo
• figurehead
• Chinese

Zen Buddhism emphasized meditation, discipline and ____________.

• self-control

• prayer

• martial arts

• Confucianism

6- While the rise of a ​ (a)   society brought stability and order to Japan, it also led to a prolonged period of ​ (b)   . The shoguns implemented strict policies to control foreign influence and maintain their ​ (c)   . Trade with foreign countries was heavily regulated and contact with the outside world was limited. This isolationism lasted for several centuries and had profound effects on ​ (d)   development and interactions with other countries. It was not until the mid-19th century that Japan began to open to the world again, leading to significant ​ (e)   in its society and government.

• military
• isolationism
• authority
• Japan's
• changes

Label the Japanese Feudal Pyramid.

a

b

c

d

e

f

g

Samurai

Merchants

Shogun

Emperor

Daimyo

Artisans

Peasants

Which factor was common in BOTH Western Europe and Japan in the Middle Ages?

• neither had a monotheistic faith

• neither had to worry about uprisings

• both isolated themselves from foreign contact

• both practiced feudalism

The use of Shoguns and Samurai in Japanese history shows that in feudal Japan...

• people could move between classes.

• military power was most important.

• China was the country's main rival.

• society was based on powerful businesses.