Medieval Japan

Which of the religions below is indigenous to Japan?

• Buddhism
• Shinto
• Confucianism
• Hinduism

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

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

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.

According to Shinto beliefs, all elements, including the sun, trees, rocks, and animals, have a kami. Which of the following best describes a kami? 

• spiritual guru
• nature spirit
• Jewish prophet
• high priest

What group of people were highly skilled and disciplined warriors?

• Shoguns
• Daiymos
• Samurais
• Peasants

What is bushido?

• Samurai code of ethics

• Shinto's religious leader

• Another name for the emperor

• type of government with social classes

large land owners in Japan

• shogun
• samurai
• daimyo
• figurehead

What is the system of government where there is an exchange of land for military service called?

• feudalism

• Shinto

• bushido

• monarchy

Which of these are not charcteristics of bushido?

• honor
• bravery
• respecting others
• fleeing in battle