Medieval China and Japan Concepts

The video explores medieval China and Japan, focusing on the Tang and Song Dynasties' political, economic, and cultural developments. It highlights technological and artistic achievements, such as the invention of gunpowder and porcelain. The influence of Chinese culture on Japan, including Confucianism and Buddhism, is discussed, along with Japan's feudal system. The video concludes with a journal assignment comparing Japanese society to China and medieval Europe.

What were the main topics covered in the video about medieval China and Japan?

• Technological advancements in the Roman Empire

• Political and economic developments in Europe

• The rise of the Ottoman Empire

• Cultural developments in the Tang and Song Dynasties

Which dynasty is known for its golden age and expansion into modern-day Korea and Central Asia?

• Ming Dynasty

• Tang Dynasty

• Qing Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

Who was the only female emperor in Chinese history?

• Empress Wu Zetian

• Empress Dowager Cixi

• Empress Xiaozhuang

• Empress Lü Zhi

What was a significant economic innovation during the Song Dynasty?

• Use of paper money

• Invention of the printing press

• Introduction of the silk road

• Development of the steam engine

Which technological advancement was initially used for fireworks in China?

• The crossbow

• Gunpowder

• The compass

• The abacus

What cultural practice in medieval China was a sign of class and beauty?

• Tea ceremonies

• Footbinding

• Calligraphy

• Martial arts

Which religion was introduced to Japan from China during the Middle Ages?

• Christianity

• Buddhism

• Islam

• Hinduism

In Japanese feudalism, who was the actual ruler of Japan?

• The Emperor

• The Shogun

• The Samurai

• The Daimyo

What was the role of samurai in Japanese society?

• They were merchants

• They were religious leaders

• They were farmers

• They were professional soldiers

Why were merchants considered the lowest class in Japanese society?

• They were not part of the feudal system

• They were not educated

• They did not produce anything

• They were foreign traders