Do You Know Japan?
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This quiz will teach you lots about the history of Japan, including the reason why Japan isolated itself from the world and the beginning of the Edo Era of Great Peace.
Questions and Answers
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What are the 4 main islands Japan is composed of?
- A.
Hokkaido, Honshu, Edo, and Osaka
- B.
Kyushu, Hokkaido, Deshima, and Tanegashima
- C.
Hokkaido, Kyushu, Deshima, and Osaka
- D.
Hokkaido, Kyushu, Shikoku, and Honshu
Correct Answer
D. Hokkaido, Kyushu, Shikoku, and HonshuExplanation
Japan is comprised of about 6000+ islands. The 4 main islands are Hokkaido, Kyushu, Shikoku, and Honshu.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Japan is only about ________ the size of Alberta. (Use a fraction)
Correct Answer
3/5Explanation
Japan is only about 3/5 the size of Alberta. This means that Japan is smaller than Alberta, with its size being approximately 3/5 of Alberta's size.Rate this question:
- 3.
Embargo is the isolation of one's country from another.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
Embargo is actually the cutoff of commercial activity between two countries.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What country was the first to travel to Japan?
- A.
Portugal
- B.
Netherlands
- C.
China
- D.
Korea
Correct Answer
C. ChinaExplanation
The question was asking what country in general, not what country in Europe.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Japan had once been a country consisting of about 250 small regions each under the rule of a commander. These commanders were called....?
- A.
Shoguns
- B.
Daimyos
- C.
Emperors
Correct Answer
B. DaimyosExplanation
Japan had once been a country consisting of about 250 small regions, each under the rule of a commander. These commanders were called "daimyos." The term "daimyo" refers to the feudal lords who governed their respective territories during the feudal period in Japan. They held significant power and were responsible for maintaining order and protecting their regions. The daimyos played a crucial role in the political and social structure of Japan during that time.Rate this question:
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- 6.
In what year did Hideyoshi unite the country for the first time?
- A.
1900
- B.
1603
- C.
1590
- D.
1593
Correct Answer
C. 1590Explanation
Hideyoshi, also known as Toyotomi Hideyoshi, was a powerful daimyo and military leader in Japan during the late 16th century. He is credited with successfully unifying Japan for the first time in 1590. This marked a significant turning point in Japanese history as it brought an end to the Sengoku period, a time of constant warfare and political instability. Hideyoshi's unification of Japan laid the foundation for the subsequent Tokugawa shogunate, which brought peace and stability to the country for the next 250 years.Rate this question:
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Ieyasu became the most powerful man in the history of Japan and later became shogun. He was the third shogun after the Minamoto and the Ashikaga.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
Ieyasu's rise to power and becoming the most powerful man in Japan is well-documented in history. After the fall of the Ashikaga shogunate, he played a crucial role in unifying Japan and establishing the Tokugawa shogunate. As the third shogun, he implemented policies that brought stability and prosperity to the country, leading to a long period of peace known as the Edo period. Therefore, the statement that Ieyasu became the most powerful man in the history of Japan and later became shogun is true.Rate this question:
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- 8.
_____ was the reason why Japan isolated itself from the world.
Correct Answer
Christianity
Fear of christian influenceExplanation
The reason why Japan isolated itself from the world was Christianity and the fear of Christian influence. This can be attributed to the fact that during the 16th century, Christian missionaries started arriving in Japan, which led to the spread of Christianity among the Japanese population. However, the ruling authorities became concerned about the potential political and cultural influence that Christianity could have on their society. As a result, they implemented strict measures to suppress Christianity and isolate Japan from the outside world, in order to protect their traditional beliefs and maintain their political control.Rate this question:
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The Dutch were the only foreigners allowed in Japan during the Sakoku (closed country) period.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
During the Sakoku period in Japan, which lasted from the 17th to the 19th century, the country adopted a policy of isolationism and restricted foreign interactions. However, the Dutch were an exception to this policy and were allowed to trade and have limited contact with Japan. This was mainly due to their valuable knowledge and expertise in areas such as medicine and technology. Therefore, the statement that the Dutch were the only foreigners allowed in Japan during the Sakoku period is true.Rate this question:
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