Question

Read the paraphrased excerpt from "My Lord Bag of Rice.”

Long, long ago there lived in Japan a brave warrior known to all as Tawara Toda, or "My Lord Bag of Rice." His true name was Fujiwara Hidesato, and there is a very interesting story of how he came to change his name.

One day he sallied forth in search of adventures, for he had the nature of a warrior and could not bear to be idle. So he buckled on his two swords, took his huge bow, much taller than himself, in his hand, and slinging his quiver on his back started out.

Which element of heritage is preserved by this excerpt?

details about life in Japan long ago
details about a specific setting
details about an historical character
details about warrior life in ancient Japan

Answer 1

details about warrior life in ancient Japan

The excerpt emphasizes the warrior's equipment (two swords, a huge bow, a quiver) and his warrior nature (seeking adventure), preserving aspects of warrior life.