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This engaging worksheet explores how Japan adopted and transformed Chinese music and instruments—such as gagaku, the shō, and the biwa—into a lasting cultural tradition. Students will analyze a rich, informative article and demonstrate their understanding through challenging multiple-choice questions and critical reasoning prompts designed to develop higher-order thinking skills.

Perfect for middle or high school world history and cultural studies classes, this resource helps students practice close reading, inference, and evidence-based analysis while learning about historical cultural exchange. With a blend of comprehension and short-answer questions, educators can use it for class discussions, independent work, or assessments. It’s an ideal way to deepen students’ historical thinking and connect them with Japan’s rich musical heritage.