Japanese History

Question 1

A native Japanese religion meaning “way of the gods,” and focuses on worshiping nature and ancestor gods.

Answer 1

Shinto

Question 2

A code of correct behavior and appearance.

Answer 2

Etiquette

Question 3

A social and economic system in which peasant farmers worked land for a landowner (Daimyo), and by paying a price and giving their loyalty, they were protected by the owner’s samurai.

Answer 3

Feudalism

Question 4

Loyal warriors who lived according to a demanding code of behavior called Bushido.

Answer 4

Samurai

Question 5

The “way of the warrior” in which a samurai was expected to show reckless courage, reverence for the gods, fairness, and generosity toward those weaker than himself.

Answer 5

Bushido

Question 6

“Great lords,” that were responsible for maintaining peace and order.

Answer 6

Daimyo

Question 7

Dramas, in which actors in elaborate costumes using music, dance, and mime, performed skits about urban life.

Answer 7

Kabuki

Question 8

A type of poetry that does not express ideas but presents images.

Answer 8

Haiku