Heian Period and Classical Japan

The video covers a thousand years of Japanese history, from the Classical period to the early modern period. It highlights the unification of Japan, the influence of China, and the fragmentation during the medieval period. The Heian period is noted for its cultural advancements and the influence of the Fujiwara family. The video also introduces 'The Tale of Genji' by Lady Murasaki, considered the first novel in human history.

What is the key characteristic of the Classical period in Japanese history?

• Fragmentation under military rule

• Colonization by China

• Unification and imperial form

• Introduction of democracy

Which country had a significant influence on Japan during the Classical period?

• India

• Korea

• China

• Mongolia

What belief system did the Japanese merge with Buddhism and Confucianism?

• Shinto

• Taoism

• Hinduism

• Zoroastrianism

What was the capital of Japan during the Heian period?

• Nara

• Kyoto

• Osaka

• Tokyo

The Heian period is often referred to as what kind of age in Japan?

• Stone Age

• Golden Age

• Iron Age

• Bronze Age

Which family maintained influence in the Heian period by marrying into the imperial family?

• Tokugawa

• Fujiwara

• Taira

• Minamoto

Who is credited as the first true novelist in human history?

• Homer

• Lady Murasaki

• Geoffrey Chaucer

• William Shakespeare

What is the title of the novel written by Lady Murasaki?

• The Tale of Genji

• The Tale of Shikibu

• The Tale of Ise

• The Tale of Heike

What is the main theme of 'The Tale of Genji'?

• A monk's enlightenment

• A warrior's journey

• A prince's romantic adventures

• A merchant's travels

What is the difference between Enlightenment and confusion according to 'The Tale of Genji'?

• The same as the difference between knowledge and ignorance

• The same as the difference between power and weakness

• The same as the difference between good and bad in a romance

• The same as the difference between wealth and poverty