Japanese Feudalism

Which of these occurred as a result of the Gempei War in late twelfth-century Japan?

• Civil conflicts among clans ended.

• A foreign invasion fleet was destroyed.

• A government led by samurai was formed.

• The shogun became a permanent military dictator.

Virtues of the code of Bushido that developed in twelfth-century Japan included athletic skill and bravery. These virtues are most associated with which group in Japanese society?

• daimyo

• shogun

• samurai

• craftspeople

Which of these best describes the role of the samurai in Japan in the late twelfth century?

• They traded goods.

• They served as warriors.

• They performed religious rituals.

• They created artworks and poetry.

Which of these facts most supports the idea that feudal Japan had a lord-vassal system?

• An emperor served as head of a monarchy.

• Armies were gathered in preparation for war.

• Landowners provided privileges in return for loyalty.

• Merchants and artisans were of different social classes.

Use the information below to answer the question. A strong military class developed in Japan beginning in 1185 CE. Military lords called daimyo held large amounts of land. Samurai warriors served the daimyo. Peasants paid taxes to the daimyo for farming rights and protection. Which question is best answered by the information?

• How was Japan’s society structured?

• What was the effect of invasions on Japan?

• When did Japan’s leaders gain unlimited power?

• Where were military rivalries strongest in Japan?

The Kamakura period in Japanese history began in 1185 CE, during this period, the warrior class started to run the government. The sentence describes which change in Japanese leadership in the 1100s?

• from an emperor to a shogun

• from a shogun to a samurai

• from daimyo to peasants

• from samurai to priests

Use the list to answer the question. Three Virtues of Bushido - courage - respect - honor Bushido described a way of living necessary for service to

• a powerful lord.

• a class of students.

• a group of worshippers.

• a wealthy business owner.