Yasuke: The African Samurai

What is the purpose of Black History Month as mentioned in the video?

• To focus on modern black leaders only.

• To promote cultural diversity in schools.

• To honor the adversity and achievements of historical black figures.

• To celebrate the achievements of all historical figures.

Who was Yasuke and what was significant about his arrival in Japan?

• A Chinese merchant who traded with Japan.

• An African man who became the first non-Japanese samurai.

• An Indian prince who visited Japan.

• A European explorer who discovered Japan.

Under whose rule did Yasuke become a samurai?

• Oda Nabunaga

• Toyotomi Hideyoshi

• Minamoto no Yoritomo

• Tokugawa Ieyasu

What was one of the reasons people in Kyoto were amazed by Yasuke?

• His knowledge of Japanese history.

• His height and dark skin, which were unusual in Japan.

• His wealth and luxurious clothing.

• His ability to speak multiple languages.

What role did Yasuke play in Oda Nabunaga's life?

• He was Nabunaga's personal chef.

• He was a trusted samurai and carried Nabunaga's personal spear.

• He was a political advisor.

• He was a rival warlord.

What is known about Yasuke's origins?

• He was from Mozambique, Ethiopia, or Nigeria.

• He was from Ghana.

• He was definitely from Nigeria.

• He was from South Africa.

What happened to Yasuke after Nabunaga's death?

• He became the ruler of Japan.

• He was executed by Nabunaga's enemies.

• He fled to China.

• He was returned to the Jesuits.

What does the video suggest about Yasuke's background before becoming a samurai?

• He was a farmer.

• He was likely a warrior with existing fighting skills.

• He was a merchant.

• He was a scholar.

What was Yasuke asked to do as a sign of trust and friendship by Nabunaga?

• Lead his army into battle.

• Take his head and sword to his son.

• Write a book about his life.

• Build a shrine in his honor.

What additional resources are mentioned at the end of the video?

• Quizzes, coloring pages, and worksheets.

• A documentary film.

• A novel about Yasuke.

• A museum exhibit.