Y7 T5 L6 Samurai weapons

• History
• Lower Secondary (Key Stage 3)

Y7 T5 L6 Samurai weapons

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This is a picture of Samurai soldier

Can you label any of the uniform he is wearing?

Helmet

Long sword

Fur boots

Stylised horn

Shoulder guard

Thigh guard

Short sword

What was the samurai's sword in addition to being a highly effective weapon?

1. A work of art
2. A burden
3. A necessity
4. A tool

What was the key symbol of the samurai during the early periods?

1. Spear
2. Arrow
3. Bow
4. Sword

Who was allowed to wear the type of sword tucked into the belt?

1. Commoners
2. Foot soldiers
3. Ninja warriors
4. Members of the samurai class

What type of weapon was commonly used by foot soldiers in early periods?

1. Bows and arrows
2. Lances
3. Spears
4. Long swords

What did the military jacket display about the wearer?

1. Occupation and work experience
2. Rank, identity, and wealth
3. Marital status and family background
4. Educational achievements and credentials

What was the purpose of the military jacket?

1. Camouflage for blending in
2. Protection from weather and fashion statement
3. Enhancing agility in combat
4. Serving as a communication tool

What was applied to the layered iron plates to make the armour strong and waterproof?

1. paint
2. varnish
3. polish
4. wax

How were the sections of the armour connected together?

1. thick, colourful silk cord
2. leather straps
3. metal chains
4. braided rope

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This is a picture of Samurai soldier

Can you label any of the uniform he is wearing?

Helmet

Long sword

Fur boots

Stylised horn

Shoulder guard

Thigh guard

Short sword

‘The samurai’s armour and weapon were mainly used to show off their status and wealth.’

Agree

Partly agree/ partly disagree

Disagree