Feudal Japan: Roles and Responsibilities

The video explores the social structure of medieval Japan, focusing on the roles and influences of the Emperor, Shogun, Daimyo, Samurai, and peasants. It highlights the Emperor's limited power, the Shogun's military control, the Daimyo's territorial governance, the Samurai's code of Bushido, and the peasants' societal contributions. The video draws parallels with medieval Europe and concludes with the interconnectedness of these classes leading to the fall of feudal Japan.

What was the primary role of the Emperor in medieval Japan?

• To lead military campaigns

• To act as a figurehead with limited power

• To manage trade and commerce

• To oversee religious ceremonies

What significant change did the creation of the Shogun bring to Japan?

• It led to the end of the Samurai class

• It abolished the Emperor's position

• It established a dual government system

• It unified Japan under a single government

How did the Shogun maintain control over Japan?

• By building large cities

• By leading religious ceremonies

• By controlling the Emperor's military forces

• By managing trade routes

Who were the Daimyo in feudal Japan?

• Religious leaders

• Military generals

• Lords who controlled territories

• Merchants and traders

What was a significant consequence of the Daimyo's power?

• The unification of Japan

• Frequent conflicts and resistance against the Shogun

• The decline of the Samurai class

• Increased trade with Europe

What was the primary duty of the Samurai?

• To govern territories

• To trade goods

• To serve and protect their lord

• To conduct religious rituals

What was the Bushido code?

• A code of conduct for Samurai

• A guide for merchants

• A set of laws for peasants

• A religious text

Which group was considered the highest ranking among the peasants?

• Merchants

• Craftsmen

• Farmers

• Samurai

Why were merchants considered the lowest ranking in the peasant class?

• They were not involved in agriculture

• They were not part of the military

• They did not serve the Daimyo

• They made their living off others' work

What was a key factor in the decline of feudal Japan?

• The rise of the merchant class

• The reliance on each social group performing its function

• The unification under a single ruler

• The introduction of new technologies