I WONDER - What Is A Samurai?

The video explores the history of the samurai, a class of warriors in Japan from ancient times to the 19th century. It discusses their strict honor code centered on loyalty and bravery, their governance of Japan through the shogunate, and their eventual transition to roles as bodyguards for wealthy individuals.

What was the primary role of the samurai in ancient Japan?

• Farmers

• Artisans

• Warriors

• Merchants

Which of the following best describes the samurai's code of conduct?

• A dedication to scientific research

• An emphasis on artistic skills

• A strict code of loyalty and bravery

• A focus on wealth and power

What was the name of the government run by the samurai?

• Parliament

• Shogunate

• Emperorship

• Senate

How did the role of the samurai change after they lost power?

• They became artists

• They were hired as bodyguards

• They became farmers

• They turned into merchants

Who paid the samurai to work as bodyguards after their decline?

• Foreign governments

• Wealthy individuals

• Religious leaders

• Common people