Question 1

In the mid-nineteenth century, Japan's policy of isolation ended.Western influences entered the country, and the emperor was restored to power, an event known as the

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The restoration of the emperor to power in Japan during the mid-nineteenth century is known as the Meiji Restoration. This was a time of significant change in Japan, marked by the end of the country's policy of isolation and the introduction of Western ideas and technologies. The restoration led to the modernization of Japan's economy and military, and the country became a major world power. The other choices (Nabeshima Restoration, Kyoto Restoration, and Tokyo Restoration) are not correct historical terms related to this event.

Question 2

In the Edo period, new schools of philosophy developed in Kyoto based on

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During the Edo period, Confucianism became the dominant ideology and new schools of philosophy developed in Kyoto based on Confucian principles.

Question 3

Which eighteenth-century artist was known for using the technique of nishiki-e in his prints of courtesans?

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Suzuki Harunobu was a Japanese artist who was known for popularizing the technique of nishiki-e, or multicolored woodblock printing, in his prints of courtesans. The other artists listed were also active in the eighteenth century, but did not specialize in this particular technique or subject matter.

Question 4

Which statement best characterizes the lifestyle of Zen monk-artists such as Shubun and his followers?

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Zen monk-artists such as Shubun and his followers used art to help teach the ideas of Zen to others. Their art was a means of expressing their spiritual practices and beliefs and was therefore closely linked to their religious teachings.

Question 5

Ukiyo-e artists designed many prints of actors from the form of popular theater, known as

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Kabuki was a popular form of theater in Japan during the Edo period, and many ukiyo-e artists created prints featuring actors from these performances. The other options (shoin, oni, otani) do not relate to specific types of theater or subject matter commonly depicted in ukiyo-e prints.

Question 6

The Zen monk-artist Hakuin Ekaku painted many images of _________.

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Hakuin Ekaku painted many images of Daruma, also known as Bodhidharma, who is considered to be the founder of Chan (Zen) Buddhism.

Question 7

During the period known as Japonisme in nineteenth-century Europe, Western artists were greatly influenced by Japanese

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The woodblock prints produced in Japan during this time greatly influenced Western artistic styles, particularly in the Impressionist and Post-Impressionist movements. These prints featured bold lines, bright colors, and flattened perspectives, which were different from Western artistic traditions. Artists like Vincent Van Gogh and Claude Monet collected Japanese woodblock prints and integrated their style into their own work.

Question 8

Work by contemporary artist Fukami Sueharu shows that Japanese artistic production today continues to be vibrant and lucrative in the field of

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The work of Fukami Sueharu mentioned in the prompt is a contemporary artist known for his ceramics. This suggests that Japanese artistic production today continues to excel in the field of ceramics, making option B the best choice.

Question 9

The Tea Bowl, called Yugure ("Twilight") , is attributed to Chojiro, thought to be the founder of what type of pottery?

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Chojiro is known for being the founder of the Raku pottery tradition in Japan.

Question 10

What is a name for woven straw mats that are generally used in Japanese homes as floor coverings?

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Tatami is the name for woven straw mats that are commonly used in Japanese homes as floor coverings. Fusuma refers to sliding doors, shoin refers to a type of traditional Japanese study, and raku refers to a type of Japanese pottery.

Question 11

What area of Japanese shoin-style interiors were frequently decorated with large-scale mural paintings?

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Tokonomas were frequently decorated with large-scale mural paintings in Japanese shoin-style interiors. Tokonomas were alcoves in traditional Japanese architecture where valuable art objects such as scrolls, flower arrangements, and ceramics were displayed.

Question 12

During which period did a fully settled agricultural society emerge, accompanied by hierarchical social organization?

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The Yayoi period (300 BCE to 300 CE) saw the emergence of a fully settled agricultural society in Japan. During this period, the people developed an advanced system of wetland agriculture and built permanent settlements. This period also saw the introduction of iron tools and weapons, which played a significant role in shaping Yayoi society. The Yayoi period was also marked by the emergence of hierarchical social organization, with powerful chieftains and local rulers exercising considerable influence over their respective domains.

Question 13

Which period of the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries was one of the most creative in Japanese history?

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The Momoyama period (1573-1603) was characterized by political unification and social stability, which allowed for artistic and cultural advancements in Japan. This period saw the development of the tea ceremony, ikebana (flower arrangement), and the introduction of European art, which influenced Japanese art styles such as ukiyo-e. The Momoyama period also saw the construction of impressive castles, such as Osaka Castle, as well as grandiose temple architecture.

Question 14

Which Japanese art form relied on collaboration among individuals?

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Question 15

Which dry rock garden in a Zen temple is one of Japan's most renowned Zen sites?

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The dry rock garden in Ryoanji is one of Japan's most renowned Zen sites. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and attracts visitors from all over the world.

Question 16

Which artist painted Landscape , which illustrates the spirit of a Zen-influenced landscape tradition?

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Bunsei is the artist who painted "Landscape," illustrating the spirit of a Zen-influenced landscape tradition.

Question 17

What characterizes works by the Kano school of artists?

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The Kano school of artists is known for their painting style that integrated the traditional ink painting techniques with decorative and brightly colored subjects.

Question 18

During the Edo period, intellectuals in Kyoto protested against the Tokugawa shoguns by

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Question 19

What kind of perspective can be seen in screens from both the Kano School and the Edo period?

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Screens from both the Kano School and the Edo period typically feature an atmospheric perspective, meaning that they use color, shading, and other techniques to create the illusion of depth and distance in a scene. This is in contrast to a linear perspective, which uses mathematical principles to create the illusion of depth through the use of converging lines. Intuitive and diminutive perspectives are not commonly used art terms.

Question 20

The first book on the artist Hokusai was published in

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The first book on the artist Hokusai was published in France in 1829 by Edmond de Goncourt, titled "Hokusai, le fou de dessin" (Hokusai, the madman of drawing).

Quiz 8: Japanese Art After 1333