History of Japan
Juxtapositions
Antonyms
Haiku & Tanka
Trivia
100

What century marks the Classic Age of Japanese Literature?

The 9th-12th Century

100

It was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness. What are two contrasting elements?

Age of Wisdom and Age of Foolishness

100

What are clues or hints provided by the author to help define a complex or unique word?

Context Clues

100

How many syllables are there in writing Tanka?

31 syllables

100

The best-known work of Japanese artist Hokusai is "The Great Wave off Kanagawa," part of a larger series called "36 Views of" What famous volcano?

Mount Fuji

200

 What century is the Revival of the Novel?

The 18th Century

200

Batman and the Joker in Christopher Nolan’s The Dark Knight. What are the two contrasting elements?

Batman and the Joker

200

Give at least three hint words that signal contrast clues.

But, however, although

200

 How many syllables are there in writing Haiku?

17 Syllables

200

What tree is celebrated in a national festival in the spring each year in Washington, D.C.?

Cherry Blossom

300

When did Japan open its doors to foreign trade?

The Mid-19th Century


300

From the movie Up, how is it a perfect example of a Juxtaposition?

The two main characters have different personalities. They have contrasting roles.

300

He was opposed to the idea, although his best friend was completely supportive of it. What is the meaning of the italicized word?

Dissaproved

300

Q: What is the poetic pattern of Haiku and Tanka?

Haiku 575

Tanka 5755

300

What type of poetry was invented in Japan?

Haiku

400

What countries from the West greatly influenced Japan?

England and Russia

400

What is the purpose of using Juxtaposition?

It creates tension, shows the dynamics, and develops the theme.

400

She acted nonchalant about the exam, but she was actually quite concerned. What is the antonym/ opposite of the italicized word?

Concerned


400

Who is Japan’s greatest Haiku poet?

Matsuo Bansho (FULL NAME ONLY)

400

The name of which small, covered, two-wheeled vehicle derives from the Japanese word "jinrikisha", meaning "human-powered vehicle?

Rickshaw

500

True or False: Was Japanese literature developed from the Chinese?

True

500

Two contrasting characters are called?

Foil

500

It was hard to believe that such an erudite man had grown up in such an uneducated, uncultured home. What is the meaning of the italicized word?

Knowledgeable

500

What are the common subjects of Haiku?

The seasons of the year, scenery, or any objects and phenomenon in nature

500

What is the Japanese name for ‘Attack on Titan’?

Shingeki no Kyojin