WorksheetsJapanese Culture & History
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 8mins
Most of Japan's early literature was written by
leaders
women
the samurai
Which are part of Japan's drama?
a. Ikebana flowers
b. Noh masks
c. Bunraku puppets
d. both b & C
Which is a sign of beauty for Japanese women?
long hair
several layers of silk
whitened face with darkened teeth
all are correct
Which is true about Japanese calligraphy?
It used ink and brushes.
It originated in China.
Both are correct
Which is NOT true about Zen Buddhism?
It emphasized simplicity.
It requires focus and meditation.
It encourages inner peace.
It requires followers to pray in a Buddhist temple with specific prayers.
Which religion believes that all parts of nature have spirits called kamis?
Zen Buddhism
Shintoism
Daoism
What was the purpose of a Zen garden?
To grow miniature trees called Bansai trees.
To give flowers a place to thrive.
To swirl sand around rocks.
To help visitors clear their minds.
Who was at the top of Japan's social pyramid even though he was not really in charge?
the king
the shogun
the emperor
the figurehead
Who had the real power in Japan's social pyramid?
the figurehead
the emperor
the shogun
the daimyo
Why was the emperor considered a figurehead?
He was not really in charge.
The emperor was more focused on culture than running the government.
The daimyo and Shogun had more power.
All are correct.
Who hired the samurai to protect their land?
the emperors
the daimyo
the ninja
the peasants
Bushido is
the samurai's favorite weapon
the name of the most powerful leader in Japan
the code of honor all samurai followed
a great new sushi place in Edison
Which is part of a samurai's physical and mental training?
meditation
horseback riding
sword fighting
hand to hand combat
all are correct
Why was Zen Buddhism important to the samurai warriors?
It helped clear their minds so they could focus in battle.
It helped them paint better pictures.
It helped them arrange flowers better.
It helped them worship nature.
Which is an example of how samurai used Zen Buddhism?
They wrote poems before and after battle.
They practiced Ikebana flower arranging.
They meditated to help the focus.
All are correct.
Which was the most important weapon used by the samurai?
a metal fan
a tanto (short sword)
a katana (long sword)
meditation
If a samurai lost his honor, he was expected to commit
bushido
seppuku
kamikaze
True or false: women could be samurai
true
false
What are some teachings of Zen Buddhism?
simplicity
meditation
self-discipline
All are correct
How did China influence Japan?
A. Japan learned about Shintoism from China.
B. Japan learned about Buddhism from China.
C. Japanese writing used Chinese characters.
D. Both B & C are correct
