chapter 14 vocab Flashcards
1
Q
per capita
A
the average for each person
2
Q
Martyrs
A
a person who is willing to die for his or her convictions or beliefs
3
Q
Dutch scholars
A
Japanese academics who learned the Dutch language and educated themselves about western ways.
4
Q
Sumo wrestlers
A
a sport that originated in ancient times as a Japanese religious performance.
5
Q
Haiku
A
a Japanese poem that has only 17 syllables contains a simple image or idea and offers insights into life.
6
Q
Bunraku
A
puppet theatre in which large puppets enact the ordeals of separated lovers of dueling samurai.
7
Q
Kendo
A
a Japanese martial arts
8
Q
Noh
A
a musical dance drama
