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Feudal Japan: Society and Culture

Explore the key aspects of Feudal Japan, including its social hierarchy, political structure, and cultural contributions.

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Feudal Japan: Society and Culture

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use complete sentences for short answer questions.

1. Which warrior class dominated Feudal Japan and followed a strict code of conduct?

a

Ninja

b

Samurai

c

Shogun

d

Daimyo

2. What was the primary role of the Emperor during much of Feudal Japan?

a

Military dictator

b

Religious and symbolic figurehead

c

Chief tax collector

d

Head of the merchant class

3. The military leader who held the real power in Feudal Japan was known as the  .

4. The strict code of conduct followed by the samurai, emphasizing loyalty, honor, and courage, was called  .

5. Large landowners who commanded private armies of samurai were known as  .

6. Describe the social hierarchy of Feudal Japan, listing the main classes from highest to lowest.

7. Zen Buddhism had a significant influence on the culture and arts of Feudal Japan.

T

True

F

False

8. The Tokugawa Shogunate was a period of intense warfare and political instability.

T

True

F

False

9. The image above shows a Japanese Pagoda, an architectural style that became prominent during Feudal Japan. What does the multi-tiered structure symbolize in Japanese culture?

Japanese Pagoda