13. "[A] tsunami, also called seismic sea wave or tidal wave, [is a] catastrophic ocean wave, usually
caused by a submarine earthquake, by an underwater
or coastal landslide, or by the eruption of a volcano"
(Encyclopedia Britannica).
Which of the following explains why Japan is subject to the phenomenon referenced in the text?
a. It lies in a region with proximity to Korea.
b. It lies in a region known as the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.
c. It lies in a region known as the Ring of Fire.
d. It lies in a region known for overfishing.
14. "The adopted symbols of Chinese writing could not convey the various meanings of Japanese
spoken language, so kana symbols were developed to add sounds."
saying.)
Which statement does this text support about the Heian period?
a. The Chinese influenced all East Asian cultures.
b. The Japanese and Chinese cultures are not similar.
c. The Japanese adapted aspects of Chinese culture.
d. The Chinese alphabet is too difficult for others to use.
15. "The warrior does not care if he's called a dog or beast. The main thing is winning" (Togukawa era
How does this quote apply to feudal Japan?
a. the daimyo giving arms to peasants as well as to samurai
b. the samurai granting land to lesser warriors
c. the generals teaching strategies to samurai warriors
d. the government's plans to use cannons in warfare
16. The true military leader according to the Japanese Feudal System was not actually the
emperor
but the
a. Daimyo
b. Shogun
c. Samurai
d. Khan