In Japanese Shinto, kami spirits can be found in the following objects:
- rivers
- trees
These natural elements are often revered as embodiments of kami.
Japanese Shinto believed that kami spirits could be found in what kinds of objects? Select the two correct answers.
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rivers
scriptures
trees
sculptures
sculptures
paintings
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In what aspects of Japanese culture would you find influence of Chinese culture? Select the three correct answers.
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gardening
gardening
currency
currency
scroll painting
scroll painting
social structure
social structure
government
government
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gardening
gardening
currency
currency
scroll painting
scroll painting
social structure
social structure
government
government
You would find the influence of Chinese culture in the following aspects of Japanese culture:
- currency
- scroll painting
- government
These elements reflect significant Chinese cultural influence on Japan throughout history.
Of the following statements, which one MOST accurately represents Koryo culture?
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Traditional dress of Korean women mirrored that of Chinese women.
Traditional dress of Korean women mirrored that of Chinese women.
Civil service exams and government jobs were open to all Koreans.
Civil service exams and government jobs were open to all Koreans.
Only aristocrats could own property in Korea.
Only aristocrats could own property in Korea.
Koreans had their own unique religion and discouraged people from practicing Buddhism.
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Traditional dress of Korean women mirrored that of Chinese women.
Traditional dress of Korean women mirrored that of Chinese women.
Civil service exams and government jobs were open to all Koreans.
Civil service exams and government jobs were open to all Koreans.
Only aristocrats could own property in Korea.
Only aristocrats could own property in Korea.
Koreans had their own unique religion and discouraged people from practicing Buddhism.
The statement that MOST accurately represents Koryo culture is:
- Civil service exams and government jobs were open to all Koreans.
This reflects the meritocratic aspects of Koryo society, where individuals could attain positions through education and examination, rather than solely through aristocratic lineage.
Which statement MOST accurately represents the Kingdom of Silla?
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The Silla were economically and culturally advanced.
The Silla were economically and culturally advanced.
The Silla's powerful military helped to defeat the Mongols in China.
The Silla's powerful military helped to defeat the Mongols in China.
The Silla adapted a government similar to the Japanese feudal system.
The Silla adapted a government similar to the Japanese feudal system.
Art and architecture of the Silla culture can be seen throughout China.
Art and architecture of the Silla culture can be seen throughout China.
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The Silla were economically and culturally advanced.
The Silla were economically and culturally advanced.
The Silla's powerful military helped to defeat the Mongols in China.
The Silla's powerful military helped to defeat the Mongols in China.
The Silla adapted a government similar to the Japanese feudal system.
The Silla adapted a government similar to the Japanese feudal system.
Art and architecture of the Silla culture can be seen throughout China.
Art and architecture of the Silla culture can be seen throughout China.
The statement that MOST accurately represents the Kingdom of Silla is:
- The Silla were economically and culturally advanced.
The Silla kingdom, one of the Three Kingdoms of Korea, is known for its advancements in metallurgy, art, and culture during its height. This statement captures the essence of Silla's achievements, particularly in areas like gold craftsmanship and Buddhist art.
How did Ming emperors try to erase Mongol influence on China? Select the two correct answers.
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They restored the civil service system.
They restored the civil service system.
They embraced foreign trade.
They embraced foreign trade.
They became suspicious of foreign visitors.
They became suspicious of foreign visitors.
They rejected Confucian values.
They rejected Confucian values.
They moved the capital to Hangzhou.
They moved the capital to Hangzhou.
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They restored the civil service system.
They restored the civil service system.
They embraced foreign trade.
They embraced foreign trade.
They became suspicious of foreign visitors.
They became suspicious of foreign visitors.
They rejected Confucian values.
They rejected Confucian values.
They moved the capital to Hangzhou.
They moved the capital to Hangzhou.
Ming emperors tried to erase Mongol influence on China by:
- They restored the civil service system.
- They became suspicious of foreign visitors.
Restoring the civil service system emphasized Confucian values and governance, while suspicion of foreign visitors reflected a desire to distance China from foreign influences that had become prominent during Mongol rule.