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What significant term first appeared in Chinese historical records in A.D. 57?
What significant term first appeared in Chinese historical records in A.D. 57?
- Nippon
- Japan (correct)
- Yamato
- Sakura
The early Japanese people had a written language and strong political unity.
The early Japanese people had a written language and strong political unity.
False (B)
What were the early Japanese people described as by Chinese historians?
What were the early Japanese people described as by Chinese historians?
warrior people
The land of early Japan was divided into about _____ separate tribal communities.
The land of early Japan was divided into about _____ separate tribal communities.
Match the concepts related to Japan's early history:
Match the concepts related to Japan's early history:
What percentage of Japan's energy is imported?
What percentage of Japan's energy is imported?
Japan has a consistent history of having a centralized government since ancient times.
Japan has a consistent history of having a centralized government since ancient times.
What major geographical challenges does Japan face?
What major geographical challenges does Japan face?
Japan's archipelago comprises over _______ islands.
Japan's archipelago comprises over _______ islands.
Match the following important dates to their significance:
Match the following important dates to their significance:
Flashcards
When did the name "Japan" first appear?
When did the name "Japan" first appear?
The name "Japan" first appears in Chinese historical records, dating back to A.D. 57.
Describe early Japanese society.
Describe early Japanese society.
Early Japanese society was fragmented, consisting of approximately 100 distinct tribal communities.
What was a key characteristic of communication in early Japan?
What was a key characteristic of communication in early Japan?
The early Japanese people lacked a written language, relying on oral traditions.
Where did the early Japanese people originate from?
Where did the early Japanese people originate from?
The early Japanese were not the original inhabitants of the islands, having migrated from elsewhere in Asia.
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Who were the early Japanese people?
Who were the early Japanese people?
The early Japanese were a powerful group of warriors who eventually gained influence and conquered large portions of Asia.
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Contrasting Japan
Contrasting Japan
Japan's economic success, especially in manufacturing and exporting, is a striking contrast to its strong adherence to old traditions and values.
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Geography Shapes Politics
Geography Shapes Politics
The geographic features of Japan, like its mountainous terrain and frequent natural disasters, have played a significant role in shaping its political system, primarily by promoting regional governance.
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Connection to Ancestors
Connection to Ancestors
Japan's culture is deeply ingrained with a strong connection to ancestors and traditional agricultural methods.
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Foreign Influence on Japan
Foreign Influence on Japan
Japan's cultural and political development was heavily influenced by early interactions with China and Korea.
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First Mention of Japan
First Mention of Japan
The first recorded mention of Japan appeared in Chinese historical texts in the year A.D. 57.
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