Question

Which of the following best describes the influence of new forms of Buddhism in medieval Japan?(1 point)
Responses

Zen Buddhism did not appeal to the Japanese because they did not like its focus on self-reliance and discipline.
Zen Buddhism did not appeal to the Japanese because they did not like its focus on self-reliance and discipline.

New forms of Buddhism appealed to multiple social classes, with peasants and lower-ranking people turning to Pure Land Buddhism and warriors drawn to Zen Buddhism.
New forms of Buddhism appealed to multiple social classes, with peasants and lower-ranking people turning to Pure Land Buddhism and warriors drawn to Zen Buddhism.

Buddhism became popular as a religion that was brand-new to medieval Japan.
Buddhism became popular as a religion that was brand-new to medieval Japan.

Members of the warrior class did not follow any of the new forms of religion at all.
Members of the warrior class did not follow any of the new forms of religion at all.

Answer 1

New forms of Buddhism appealed to multiple social classes, with peasants and lower-ranking people turning to Pure Land Buddhism and warriors drawn to Zen Buddhism.

Explanation: Pure Land offered simple practices and faith-based salvation that attracted commoners, while Zen's emphasis on discipline, meditation, and self-control suited the samurai.