Which of the religions below is indigenous to Japan?
Buddhism
Shinto
Confucianism
Hinduism
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Samurai were
Daimyo
Shoguns
Vassals
Bushido
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The importance of loyalty, honor, discipline, in Japanese society today are mainly the result of what influence in Japan's history?
the Bushido Code
the teachings of Shinto
the reforms of Prince Shotoku
the spread of Chinese Buddhism
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Many great works of early Japanese literature were written by
Buddhist scholars
Samurai warriors
Shinto priests
Noblewomen
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The Golden Age of the Arts in Japan was between the years 794 and 1180, when the capital city was
Nara
Nagasaki
Beijing
Heian-Kyo
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The style of painting invented in Japan is which of the following?
ukiyo-e
maki-e
yamato-e
kiri-e
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Which religion contributed to the ideals of loyalty and patriotism of the Bushido Code?
Buddhism
Zen Buddhism
Confucianism
Shintoism
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From the Nara period until the 19th century, most philosophical and legal writings, as well as most of the histories, essays, and religious texts in Japan were written in
Haiku
Japanese
Chinese
Korean
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The code of courtliness during the Heian Period was
aware
basara
makoto
miyabi
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Miyabi stressed which of the following
appearance, focus, and food
focus, decorum, and courtliness
courtliness, decorum, and food
appearance, restraint, and decorum
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Why was fishing the main source of food in Japan?
Japan was a volcanic (mountainous) island
Japan had no soil so no food could be grown
The people were excellent fishermen
Eating other meats was forbidden in Shinto
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Medieval Japan was based upon the feudal system, where weaker territorial lords owed their loyalty to stronger ones. All power was held by military dictatorships led by the
emperor
shoguns
knights
samurai
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How is Shinto different from other major religions such as Christianity, Islam, and Judaism?
Shinto does not have a sacred text.
Shinto worships only one god.
Shinto does not perform religious ceremonies.
Shinto was developed by Buddhist monks.
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Zen Buddhism became popular in Japan in the 1100s. This distinct form was especially popular with the warrior class. It was different from other forms because it placed importance on
faith and good behavior
observance of rituals and wisdom
self-discipline and meditation
sacrifice and ancestor worship
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According to Shinto beliefs, all elements, including the sun, trees, rocks, and animals, have a kami. Which of the following best describes a kami?