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This engaging worksheet explores how sculptural carving techniques traveled from India, Central Asia, Korea, and China to Japan—and how Japanese artisans transformed them into a distinct visual tradition. Through a rich, student-friendly article and a wide range of comprehension and critical thinking questions, students will analyze how cultural exchange shaped Japan’s art and identity. The worksheet includes vocabulary support, inference practice, and evidence-based reasoning tasks.

Perfect for units on cultural diffusion, Japanese history, or Buddhist influence in East Asia, this resource promotes deeper reading skills and historical thinking. With a mix of multiple-choice and short-answer questions, it challenges students to interpret complex texts, cite evidence, and make connections across regions and time periods—all while aligning with literacy and social studies standards. Whether used in class, for homework, or in a sub plan, it’s a ready-to-go resource that sparks curiosity and critical engagement.