Read textbook pp. 339-343 & 542-547. Answer all questions. Due Friday 2/15. 1) Vocabulary Builder: Find one word in the reading that you don't know or are unsure of the meaning. Look up each word in the dictionary. For each, write out the word, the definition, and an original sentence (a sentence that you created yourself) that uses the word. Choose regular words, not social studies key terms that are boldfaced in the text. Do NOT leave this blank because you think you know every word -- you WILL lose credit! (pp. 339-343) 2) Describe the geographic features of Japan. What were some geographic advantages? What were some disadvantages? 3) Describe Japan's earliest religion. Describe at least two ways in which contact with mainland Asia impacted Japanese culture. 4) Describe life in Japan in the Heian Period (794-1185). What factors led to a decline in the 11th century? 5) Describe the system of feudalism that emerged. Compare and contrast this system with feudalism in Europe. (see p. 361) (pp. 542-547) 6) How did life in Japan change in the 15th century? What comparison is made to Europe? 7) How did the Tokugawa unify Japan? Explain the "alternate attendance policy". Why do you think it was effective? 8) Create an organizer entitled 'Tokugawa Japan' with sections for: society; culture; and foreign contacts. Take notes. 9) Summary & Opinion: Write a 2-paragraph response (at least 5 sentences per paragraph) in which you explain the Tokugawa's movement toward a closed country policy, and express your opinion about it. In the 1st paragraph, explain why Japan's leaders decided to move from openness to isolation. In the 2nd paragraph, explain whether you think this decision was wise or unwise.
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