Asian Art: Japan Answers
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The image above is one of the most famous pieces of Japanese art. Who is the artist of this image?
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SesshuB
IkkyûC
Katsushika HokusaiD
Himeji2
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Which of the following is true about Japanese calligraphy and painting?
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There is a philosophical link in the importance of the present moment in Zen, and the necessity of rapt attention to the present moment in the creation of one of these paintings.B
There is a philosophical link in the importance of the present moment in Zen, and how the artist lays down the brush.C
There is a philosophical link in the importance of the present moment in Zen, and how the artist represents the idea he or she portrays.3
How was the castle seen above different from other Japanese castles?
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The focus of the country had changed and was reflected in the architecture.B
The rooftops were curved at the ends.C
European muskets and cannons changed Japanese warfare and subsequently influenced Japanese architecture.D
Style was placed at a higher priority than defensive capabilities.4
Which of the following is a reason why there might not be many visitors to the castle above?
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It is bad luck in the Japanese culture because of the damage from earthquakes.B
This castle is difficult to reach by foot and there is not sense of direction or progress as one progresses through the maze of steep walls.C
Only monks live there and they do not allow visitors.D
Some of the defensive traps are still activated and can cause serious injury.5
What have the dry gardens (like the one above) been interpreted to represent?
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volume through shading and perspectiveB
the path to enlightenmentC
thoughtsD
the lack of water that can take life6
What is the focus of Japanese art?
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complexityB
nature and its simplicity, beauty, and powerC
the four elements of natureD
all of the above7
During what period was calligraphy most well-known?
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MomoyamaB
EdoC
MuromachiD
Maruyama-Shijo8
What is the name of the castle above?
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Heiji CastleB
Himeji CastleC
Himeju CastleD
Kyeji Castle9
How is the piece above different from previous works?
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no colorB
sharper, jagged brushstrokesC
minimal detailsD
all of the above10
Which of the following artists was one of the most famous during the Muromachi period?
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Katsushika HokusaiB
HoyogoC
SesshuD
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