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Literature of Japan

Total questions: 12

Worksheet time: 4mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Japanese literature has been shaped by diverse influential figures throughout its history. Who has greatly left a significant mark on Japanese literature?

a)

Chinese

b)

Eastern

c)

Indian

d)

Western

2.

Japanese literature can be divided into (a)   periods.

3.

Periods of Philippine Literature: Four Periods of Japanese Literature

Philippine Pre-Colonial Period: ___________ Literature

a)

Medieval

b)

Classical

c)

Modern

d)

Ancient

4.

In the tale of Japan's creation, what element was believed to be the origin of Japan?

a)

bamboo

b)

gem stones

c)

gods

d)

swords

5.

What is the world's first novel?

a)

Yomihon

b)

Tale Creation of Japan

c)

The Tale of Genji

d)

The Tale of Heiki

6.

During which Japanese literature period was The Tale of Genji created?

a)

Ancient

b)

Classical

c)

Medieval

d)

Modern

7.

What period of Japanese literature emerged as a result of the intertwining of history and literature, influenced by civil wars and the rise of the warrior class?

a)

Ancient

b)

Classical

c)

Medieval

d)

Modern

8.

Why is renga called a "linked poem?"

a)

Because it is related to nature and seasons.

b)

Because stanzas are thematic and linguistic.

c)

Because it is composed collaboratively.

d)

Because it creates a cohesive chain of verses.

9.

During which period of Japanese literature did the art form of renga originate?

a)

Ancient

b)

Classical

c)

Medieval

d)

Modern

10.

Japanese Modern Literature is divided into (a)   periods.

11.

During which era of Japanese literature did the renowned author Haruki Murakami emerge?

a)

Modern Period

b)

Early Modern Period

12.

Japanese literature is as __________ as __________.

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