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The word 'culture' originally referred to an entity before it came to denote an activity.
The word 'culture' originally referred to an entity before it came to denote an activity.
False
The Latin root of the word 'culture', 'colere', can relate to both cultivating and inhabiting.
The Latin root of the word 'culture', 'colere', can relate to both cultivating and inhabiting.
True
The term 'cult' is derived from the same Latin origin as 'culture'.
The term 'cult' is derived from the same Latin origin as 'culture'.
True
Raymond Williams suggests that the word 'culture' lost its religious significance in modern usage.
Raymond Williams suggests that the word 'culture' lost its religious significance in modern usage.
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In 1945, Raymond Williams observed a heightened use of the word 'culture' in both military and university contexts.
In 1945, Raymond Williams observed a heightened use of the word 'culture' in both military and university contexts.
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Cultural truths are sometimes regarded as sacred and deserving of protection.
Cultural truths are sometimes regarded as sacred and deserving of protection.
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Williams perceived 'culture' as a term related to social superiority, disconnected from artistic creation.
Williams perceived 'culture' as a term related to social superiority, disconnected from artistic creation.
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Matthew Arnold played a significant role in changing the understanding of the term 'culture' to drop moral and intellectual adjectives.
Matthew Arnold played a significant role in changing the understanding of the term 'culture' to drop moral and intellectual adjectives.
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Silkworm cultivation is associated with the Amaterasu myth as a symbol of metamorphosis and longevity.
Silkworm cultivation is associated with the Amaterasu myth as a symbol of metamorphosis and longevity.
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The introduction of Confucianism in Japan is traditionally attributed to a Prince named Wani.
The introduction of Confucianism in Japan is traditionally attributed to a Prince named Wani.
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Buddhism was introduced to Japan in 552 when a diplomatic mission from Paekche presented a statue of the Buddha.
Buddhism was introduced to Japan in 552 when a diplomatic mission from Paekche presented a statue of the Buddha.
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Conflict regarding the introduction of Buddhism in Japan began in the 580s and was initiated by the Soga clan.
Conflict regarding the introduction of Buddhism in Japan began in the 580s and was initiated by the Soga clan.
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Empress Suiko was the first female emperor of Japan, ruling during the time of the Sui Dynasty in China.
Empress Suiko was the first female emperor of Japan, ruling during the time of the Sui Dynasty in China.
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Tenmu was recognized as the first ruler to officially sponsor Shintoism as a protector of the country.
Tenmu was recognized as the first ruler to officially sponsor Shintoism as a protector of the country.
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Shōtoku Taishi served as regent and co-ruler during the reign of Empress Suiko.
Shōtoku Taishi served as regent and co-ruler during the reign of Empress Suiko.
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The first keeper of the imperial books was a Confucian scholar named Wani.
The first keeper of the imperial books was a Confucian scholar named Wani.
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The Ritsuryō State consisted of a hierarchical social and administrative system with all power flowing from the emperor.
The Ritsuryō State consisted of a hierarchical social and administrative system with all power flowing from the emperor.
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By 1200, all imperial tax land had been converted into private estates.
By 1200, all imperial tax land had been converted into private estates.
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The construction of large burial mounds in Japan continued after the official recognition of Buddhism.
The construction of large burial mounds in Japan continued after the official recognition of Buddhism.
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The Fujiwara family played a significant role in diminishing the power of the Heian Court.
The Fujiwara family played a significant role in diminishing the power of the Heian Court.
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The military conscription system disintegrated after the tenth century, leading to a reliance on samurai.
The military conscription system disintegrated after the tenth century, leading to a reliance on samurai.
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The Kenmon system involved a codependent arrangement among three large power blocs for shared rulership.
The Kenmon system involved a codependent arrangement among three large power blocs for shared rulership.
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Shōen landed estates were created primarily as sources of income for local officials.
Shōen landed estates were created primarily as sources of income for local officials.
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Nobunaga had the authority to take measures against anyone without the shogun's agreement.
Nobunaga had the authority to take measures against anyone without the shogun's agreement.
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The title tennō means 'living god' and has been affirmed by emperors.
The title tennō means 'living god' and has been affirmed by emperors.
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Toyotomi Hideyoshi was appointed Kanpaku before avenging Nobunaga's death.
Toyotomi Hideyoshi was appointed Kanpaku before avenging Nobunaga's death.
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Hideyoshi completed the military unification of Japan by subduing the Hōjō in Western Japan.
Hideyoshi completed the military unification of Japan by subduing the Hōjō in Western Japan.
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The 'reign of terror' initiated by Nobunaga continued under Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
The 'reign of terror' initiated by Nobunaga continued under Toyotomi Hideyoshi.
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Hideyoshi forced the suicide of tea master Sen no Rikyū in 1595.
Hideyoshi forced the suicide of tea master Sen no Rikyū in 1595.
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The tax system implemented by Hideyoshi utilized units of rice for taxation.
The tax system implemented by Hideyoshi utilized units of rice for taxation.
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The samurai were encouraged to remain in rural areas following Hideyoshi's reforms.
The samurai were encouraged to remain in rural areas following Hideyoshi's reforms.
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Kokudaka was a system that marked a shift towards a more monetized economy.
Kokudaka was a system that marked a shift towards a more monetized economy.
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The terms bakufu and han were commonly used throughout the Tokugawa period.
The terms bakufu and han were commonly used throughout the Tokugawa period.
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The term kōgi originally referred to ceremonial functions in the court and Kamakura shogunate.
The term kōgi originally referred to ceremonial functions in the court and Kamakura shogunate.
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Kōgi signifies public interest and corporate interest.
Kōgi signifies public interest and corporate interest.
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The term kōgi emerged during the Edo period to symbolize efforts against private justice.
The term kōgi emerged during the Edo period to symbolize efforts against private justice.
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The regalia of power was considered to be the symbols of a guiding nation.
The regalia of power was considered to be the symbols of a guiding nation.
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Tokugawa Ieyasu controlled five provinces during the 1580s.
Tokugawa Ieyasu controlled five provinces during the 1580s.
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The Battle of Sekigahara in 1600 led to Tokugawa Ieyasu's dominant control over all of Japan.
The Battle of Sekigahara in 1600 led to Tokugawa Ieyasu's dominant control over all of Japan.
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Tokugawa Ieyasu was awarded the title of shogun in 1605 after retiring.
Tokugawa Ieyasu was awarded the title of shogun in 1605 after retiring.
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The Battle of Osaka in 1615 marked the end of the Toyotomi house.
The Battle of Osaka in 1615 marked the end of the Toyotomi house.
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The term 'bakufu' was commonly used by the Tokugawa government during its rule.
The term 'bakufu' was commonly used by the Tokugawa government during its rule.
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Kōgi is a term that refers to the military headquarters of the Tokugawa period.
Kōgi is a term that refers to the military headquarters of the Tokugawa period.
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Ieyasu's death occurred in 1616, one year after the Battle of Osaka.
Ieyasu's death occurred in 1616, one year after the Battle of Osaka.
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Learning is deemed the least important accomplishment for an emperor according to the code for the imperial court.
Learning is deemed the least important accomplishment for an emperor according to the code for the imperial court.
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Warriors and court aristocrats were considered to have the same rank in the imperial bureaucracy according to the code.
Warriors and court aristocrats were considered to have the same rank in the imperial bureaucracy according to the code.
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Proposals for rank and office promotion must adhere to ancient precedents specific to each house.
Proposals for rank and office promotion must adhere to ancient precedents specific to each house.
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Gokōgi was a term not used in official documents during the Tokugawa period.
Gokōgi was a term not used in official documents during the Tokugawa period.
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This quiz explores the evolution of the term 'culture' from its Latin roots to contemporary interpretations. It delves into significant contributions by thinkers like Raymond Williams and Matthew Arnold, and connects cultural concepts to historical practices and beliefs. Test your knowledge on cultural definitions, significance, and historical context.
