Japan's Foreign Influences During the Middle Ages

Which country had the most significant influence on Japan during the Middle Ages?

• India

• Korea

• China

• Thailand

What was the main feature of the Japanese government borrowed from China?

• Feudal system

• Democratic elections

• Strong centralized government

• Decentralized power

Who was responsible for enacting the 17 Article Constitution in Japan?

• Shogun Tokugawa

• Emperor Jimmu

• Prince Shotoku

• Emperor Meiji

Through which country did Buddhism reach Japan?

• China

• Vietnam

• Thailand

• Korea

What is the name of the form of Buddhism that was introduced to Japan?

• Theravada Buddhism

• Zen Buddhism

• Mahayana Buddhism

• Vajrayana Buddhism

What are the themes commonly found in Japanese poetry like haiku?

• Science and technology

• War and politics

• Nature and love

• History and mythology

What is the original religion of Japan called?

• Confucianism

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Shintoism

What are the spirits worshipped in Shintoism known as?

• Bodhisattvas

• Devas

• Kami

• Angels

What architectural feature marks the entrance to a sacred Shinto place?

• Stupa

• Temple

• Pagoda

• Torii

What inspired the design of Japanese pagodas?

• Thai monasteries

• Korean palaces

• Indian stupas

• Chinese temples