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Which work is considered as the world's first novel?
Which work is considered as the world's first novel?
- The Tale of Genji (correct)
- The Tale of the Heike
- Kokoro
- The Pillow Book
During which period in Japanese literature did the development of Zen Buddhism and the 'waka' style of poetry occur?
During which period in Japanese literature did the development of Zen Buddhism and the 'waka' style of poetry occur?
- Modern Period
- Kamakura and Muromachi Period (correct)
- Edo Period
- Heian Period
Which period in Japanese literature featured 'ukiyoe' or woodblock prints and the 'kanazashi' genre of popular fiction?
Which period in Japanese literature featured 'ukiyoe' or woodblock prints and the 'kanazashi' genre of popular fiction?
- Kamakura and Muromachi Period
- Modern Period
- Heian Period
- Edo Period (correct)
Who is a prominent modern era author known for works like 'Kokoro'?
Who is a prominent modern era author known for works like 'Kokoro'?
What is the earliest example of poetry in Japanese literature?
What is the earliest example of poetry in Japanese literature?
Study Notes
Japanese Literature
- The world's first novel is considered to be a work of Japanese literature.
Medieval Period
- The development of Zen Buddhism and the 'waka' style of poetry occurred during this period in Japanese literature.
Edo Period
- This period in Japanese literature featured 'ukiyoe' or woodblock prints and the 'kanazashi' genre of popular fiction.
Modern Era
- Natsume Soseki is a prominent author known for works like 'Kokoro'.
Ancient Period
- The earliest example of poetry in Japanese literature is the 'Man'yoshu'.
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Test your knowledge of Japanese literature and its rich history that spans over a millennium. From ancient works like Kojiki and Nihon Shoki to literary classics like The Tale of Genji, this quiz will challenge your understanding of key periods, influential authors, and notable literary works. Discover the fascinating world of Japanese literature and see how much you know!
