Unit 4 Ancient Japan Review

Front

An archipelago is: a single island, a group of islands, a mountain range, a type of forest

Back

a group of islands

Front

Japan is considered an archipelago because:

Back

It consists of a group of islands.

Front

How might living on an archipelago affect life in Japan?

Back

It leads to a diverse climate and natural disasters.

Front

Shintoism is:

Back

a polytheistic religion

Front

What role does nature play in Shintoism?

Back

Nature is considered sacred and is central to Shinto beliefs.

Front

What are kami in Shintoism?

Back

Spirits or deities

Front

Which of the following could be considered kami?
Mountains,
Rivers,
Trees,
All of the above

Back

All of the above

Front

What is the significance of kami in Japanese culture?

Back

They are considered as divine spirits or gods.

Front

What is a torii?

Back

A type of Japanese gate

Front

What does a torii symbolize in Shintoism?

Back

A gateway between the physical and spiritual worlds