Question

Samurai and Daimyos
Farmers
Artisans
Merchants

Under the Tokugawa Shogunate, Japanese society was divided into the four classes shown in the list. Which of the following statements is true regarding social classes in Japan?
A.
Members of all social classes had the same rights.
B.
People could move to a higher social class if they worked hard.
C.
Merchants were well respected and had the highest social status.
D.
People were not allowed to change their social status.

Answer 1

The correct statement regarding social classes in Japan under the Tokugawa Shogunate is:

D. People were not allowed to change their social status.

During this time, the social hierarchy was quite rigid, and individuals typically remained in the social class into which they were born.