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WorksheetsJapanese Culture
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 6mins
In which city did the Golden Age flourish?
Tokyo
Korea
Heian
None are correct
Which of the following characteristics describe Zen Buddhism?
meditation
simplicity
self-discipline
all are correct
Zen Gardens contain
sand and water
flowers and trees
rocks and sand
What is the main purpose of a Zen Garden?
To grow pretty flowers
To practice meditation
To perform drama
To allow weeds to flourish
Which of the following materials are needed for Japanese calligraphy?
pens and paper
ink and brushes
laptop and stylus
shodo
Which of the following influenced Japan's early writing?
Korean characters
Chinese characters
They originated in Japan
How is Japanese calligraphy an example of Zen Buddhism?
A. It is very simple and precise.
B. It was influenced by Chinese characters.
C. It takes focus and practice.
D. Both A & C are correct
Which form of Japanese drama used elaborate make up, song and dance?
Kabuki
Noh
Kabuki and Noh
Which is true about Noh drama?
It was originally intended only for the upper class.
It contained masks that were somewhat creepy-looking
Plays were much more simple than Kabuki.
All are true
Which of the following was NOT considered beautiful in Heian Japan?
Very thin models
Faces painted white with blackened teeth
Eyebrows shaved and redrawn higher
Many layers of kimonos
How is Ikebana different from our types of flower arranging?
Ikebana is more colorful.
Ikebana is more simple.
Ikebana is much bigger.
There is no difference.
Which of the following show influence of Zen Buddhism?
Rock Gardens
Ikebana
Calligraphy
All are correct
