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Multiple choice general knowledge history

In Shogun you get to fight the Mongols when they invade, however historically the Mongols never invaded Japan, why?

  1. They were not interested

  2. They Liked peace

  3. Their War fleets were victims of a Natural disaster

  4. The Mongols were too busy in Europe to invade Japan
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The Mongols attempted to invade Japan twice in 1274 and 1281, but both invasions failed because their fleets were destroyed by typhoons - these divine winds came to be known as 'kamikaze'. Options A, B, and D are incorrect - the Mongols were very interested in conquest, were not pacifists, and could have invaded Japan despite their European campaigns.

Multiple choice general knowledge history

Shinobi's both in the game and historically were used for...

  1. Inciting Revolts, Detecting spies and Spying on the enemy

  2. Buddist Warriors

  3. Assainating Important people

  4. Diplomats
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Shinobi (ninja) were historically used for espionage, sabotage, and intelligence gathering. Their primary roles included detecting enemy spies, spying on adversaries, and inciting revolts against enemies. Options B, C, and D are incorrect - shinobi were not primarily Buddhist warriors, assassins (though assassination was sometimes part of their work), or diplomats.

Multiple choice general knowledge history

Yari Ashigaru were Pheasants forced to fight, Ashigaru means pheasent, what does Yari mean?

  1. Sword

  2. Force

  3. Charge

  4. Spear
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

In Japanese, 'Yari' means spear. Yari Ashigaru were foot soldiers equipped with spears, not 'pheasants' (the question contains a typo - 'Ashigaru' actually means 'light infantry' or 'foot soldiers', not pheasants). Options A, B, and C are incorrect - yari does not mean sword, force, or charge.

Multiple choice general knowledge history

The Sword saint is a?

  1. A one man Sword army

  2. Yari Ashigaru's who specialise in the swords instear of the spear

  3. Musketeers who use baynots

  4. A Naginita warrior who has perfected the sword techniques
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

In Japanese martial tradition, a 'Sword Saint' (Kensei) refers to a master swordsman of such supreme skill that they can single-handedly defeat entire armies. Option A correctly captures this concept. Options B, C, and D describe different warrior types but not the true definition of a Sword Saint.

Multiple choice general knowledge history

The Portugese, the English and the Dutch all had tradings with the Japanese, what weapons did they give the then Shogun Oda as a guesture of good faith?

  1. Japan's first heavy battleship

  2. Christianity,Muskets, Musketeers and Training Japanese Ashigaru's in the use of the weapons

  3. Cannons and Bombards

  4. Nothing, they conquered Japan and hence did not need to give the Shoguns anything
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

During the Sengoku period, European traders (Portuguese, English, and Dutch) introduced firearms (muskets), Christianity, and combat training to Oda Nobunaga's forces. This technological advantage was crucial in his campaigns. Options A, C, and D are incorrect - the traders did not give battleships, only limited artillery, and they did not conquer Japan.

Multiple choice general knowledge history

The Japanese Katanas/Kitanas were ..?

  1. Ahigaru Crossbow

  2. Long Sword

  3. Throwing axe

  4. Razor poison tipped Fan
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Japanese katana is a long sword characterized by its curved, single-edged blade. It is the quintessential weapon of the samurai class. Options A, C, and D are incorrect - katanas were not crossbows, throwing axes, or poison-tipped fans.

Multiple choice general knowledge history

In the Total War Series if the Hojo have the cheaper Castle bonus and the Ugeshi have Cheaper Archers what do the Mori have?

  1. Cheaper Dinosaurs

  2. Cheaper Warrior Monks

  3. Cheaper Shinobi's

  4. Cheaper Dojo's
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

In Total War Shogun 2, different clans have different economic bonuses to reflect their historical strengths. The Mori clan specialty is cheaper warrior monks, representing their Buddhist warrior tradition. Options A, C, and D are incorrect.

Multiple choice general knowledge history

The Shogun Series is based on the teachings of a famous Japanese General, he is-

  1. Sun Tzu-The Way of the warrior

  2. Arther Pendragon- The Way of the Sword

  3. Shito Hojo- The Spear Ashigaru Method

  4. Plato-The Discovery of all things
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Shogun series by James Clavell is indeed based on the teachings and philosophy of Sun Tzu, particularly his work The Art of War which emphasizes strategy and warrior ethics. The other options mix fictional or unrelated elements - Arthur Pendragon is from Arthurian legend, Shito Hojo is not a historical figure, and Plato's philosophy is not connected to Japanese military tradition.