Y7 T5 L5 Code

• History
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Y7 T5 L5 Samurai Code

20th May 2025

You will need a pen for this lesson.

Put your name on the sheet

Lesson Up: Samurai Code

Match the section of society to the correct number on the hierarchy triangle

1

2

3

4

5

Daimyo

Samurai

Emperor

Peasants

Shogun

Why was trade so important to Japan?

What happens if a Samurai is found at fault for keeping more than his share of the land tax?

1. He must repay what is owed immediately
2. He will be promoted to a higher position
3. He will be exempt from repayment
4. He will be banished from the domain

How long does a Samurai have to repay a large sum if found at fault for keeping more than his share of the land tax?

1. Within three years
2. No repayment required
3. Within a month
4. Within six months

What action will be taken if a Samurai goes against the rules regarding the land tax?

1. He will be given a higher title
2. He will be rewarded with additional land
3. He will be exempt from punishment
4. He will be removed from his position

Fill in the 3 boxes for clothes of the Samurai.

Where does the samurai code suggest that good friends are to be found?

1. Among those who own splendid possessions
2. Among those who practice martial arts
3. Among those who study penmanship and read books
4. Among those who engage in social gatherings

What is considered dishonorable according to the samurai's code?

1. To study penmanship
2. To read books
3. To think that one's possessions are better
4. To seek good friends

Fill in the 3 boxes on the "Thoughts of the samurai"

What does the samurai devote himself to above all?

1. Traveling the world
2. Duty
3. Pursuing wealth
4. Leisure activities

What is the primary focus of a samurai's loyalty?

1. Competing in sports tournaments
2. Loyal service to his master if he has one
3. Entertaining guests at social events
4. Seeking personal gain

What is the business of the samurai according to the information?

1. Farming the land
2. Selling goods in the market
3. Practicing medicine
4. Thinking about his own position in life

 Focus on your targets!

Targets

a) point - what does it tell us about the samurai

b) evidence (quote)

c) explain - why is this important?

d) developed explanation

e) multiple paragraphs

f) conclusion - overall what were samurai expected to be?