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Japan Weekly Studies Instructions and QuestionsRead Konnichiwa and answer the following questions.The Chinese originally called the island nation of Japan ____________.ForlaSpartucusJunoWaJapan’s first emperor called himself the “emperor of heaven” because Japanese people believed he was a __________ on Earth.TigerHeroMummyGodWhy would Prince Shotoku encourage his Japanese people to learn about the Chinese culture?The Japanese were planning to take over Chinese ports.The Japanese could overthrow the Chinese if they learned about their culture.The Chinese didn’t have anything important for the Japanese to learn.The Chinese had many important inventions that would be helpful to the Japanese.Make a timeline of ancient Japanese civilizations, leaders, and time periods including the Jomon, the Yayoi, the Yamato, Jimmu, birth and death of Prince Shotoku, Heian period, Emperor Meiji. Be sure to distinguish between B.C. and A.D.Read Japanese SchoolingRead Ancient Japan.How many calories does a sumo wrestler typically consume in a day?1,5002,0004,00055,000What is the correct meaning of the word “Shogun?”ServantSoldierEmperorCommander-in-chiefWhat is one conclusion that can be made after reading this article?When Kublai Khan successfully invaded Japan in the late 1200’s, it changed the course of Japan’s history.The military held more power than the emperor himself for long periods of time.The Japanese have always had their doors open to the rest of the world.Japanese character writing is based off of pictures.Describe the appearance, activities, and code of behavior of the samurai.Use the Venn Diagram to tell what cultural ideas are shared by Japan and China.-466725000Read Prince ShotokuOne specific field where scholars from other lands in Shotoku’s empire that were not represented was _________.PhilosophyGeographyAstronomyMedicineWhat is the true meaning of “Nippon” in Japanese?Land of the wise emperorLand of the rising sunLand of the ShintoLand of HoryujiWhat is one conclusion that can be made after reading the article “Prince Shotoku?”He was a wise and fair ruler who made many contributions to Japan’s rich and long history.He did not tolerate the religions of others.He had low ethical standards in practices of government.He did not value the ideas of others during his rule.Read “Japan”, “How did Japan become a leader in automobile manufacturing?”, and “Origami.”Try and make some origami, go to that website or google how to make origami. Then take a picture of it and send it to us or post it to the 7th grade facebook. We would love to see your creative skills!!Complete the Crossword, Japan Map, and “Let’s Write”—creating a haiku. I want to read your best “haiku” poems, it can be about anything as long as it is school appropriate. Lastly, complete the assessment below…try and do it without looking. Remember it is not for a grade, but to keep your skills sharp!Ancient Japan AssessmentRead each question and the answer choices. Fill in the circle that goes with the correct answer.How is Japanese writing different from Chinese writing? Japanese characters stand for sounds. The Japanese characters represent whole words. The Chinese do not use picture writing. The Chinese do not have a writing system.What kept the Mongol leader Kublai Khan from being successful in invading Japan? highly trained samurai lack of supplies powerful storms deadly diseasesThe ancient Japanese cultural group called the Yayoi built burial mounds filled with armor, weapons and pottery in a manner similar to the Chinese Egyptians Spaniards RomansPrince Shotoku, an important ruler in ancient Japan, helped shape his country’s culture because he brought educators from China to teach his people about medicine, geography, and Farming Government Poetry Astronomy What is the art of paper folding called for which the Japanese people are famous? Haiku Sumo Origami Samurai Which of the following does not describe the Shintoism religion? kami, or spirits, cannot help people 40386001143000the oldest religion of Japan believe all things in nature have spirits honors spirits with shrines and offeringsThe Japanese style of architecture is noted for its pagodas and use of inlaid gold walls roofs that curve upward carved pillars black paint Which of the following is not one of the reasons that farming is difficult in Japan? Volcanoes harsh desert sun typhoons earthquakesWhat is one of Japan’s most important exports that has caused the country to be a world leader in this industry? Rice silk cloth fish and seafood automobiles The samurai were warriors that protected the Japanese nobles in the same manner that knights did in China Egypt Europe India ................
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