When it comes to the turbulent times that dramatically changed Japanese history, it’s got to be the closing days of the Edo period, right?Many kids probably get excited about the events they learn in textbooks, like the arrival of Perry’s Black Ships and the exploits of the Shinsengumi.So in this article, we present a trivia quiz about the late Edo period that’s perfect for elementary schoolers who are just starting to take an interest in history.It’s packed with stories about famous great figures like Sakamoto Ryoma and Saigo Takamori.Kids and adults alike—give it a try together and enjoy exploring history!
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Kids and adults alike will be captivated! Bakumatsu quizzes for elementary schoolers that deepen your knowledge of history (1–10)
Which organization was active in Kyoto at the end of the Edo period?NEW!
- Shinsengumi
- Ninja Squad
- pirate crew
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Shinsengumi
The Shinsengumi was an organization that operated to maintain public order in Kyoto. It had famous members such as Isami Kondo, Toshizo Hijikata, and Soji Okita. They are indispensable when discussing the late Edo period. Even today, their story is passed down through films and TV dramas.
Which American admiral came to Japan in 1853?NEW!
- Perry
- Napoleon
- Columbus
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Perry
Perry came to Japan leading the Black Ships. At that time, Japan restricted interaction with foreign countries, but Perry’s arrival prompted the nation to open up. This event is also famous as the beginning of the late Edo period (Bakumatsu).
What were the ships that Perry arrived on called?NEW!
- white ship
- Black Ships
- gold ship
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Black Ships
Commodore Perry’s black steam-powered ships made a huge impact on the Japanese people of the time, which is why they were called the “Black Ships.” It’s said that many people, both children and adults, were astonished to see such large vessels, the likes of which they had never seen before.
What is the famous alliance that Ryoma Sakamoto reconciled?NEW!
- Sekigahara Alliance
- Satcho Alliance
- Edo Alliance
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Satcho Alliance
Unfortunately, the Satsuma and Choshu domains did not get along well to begin with. However, Ryoma Sakamoto stepped in and succeeded in forging a cooperative relationship between them. This is the Satcho Alliance. It is one of the events that greatly changed Japanese history.
Where is Sakamoto Ryoma from?NEW!
- Chōshū Domain
- Satsuma Domain
- Tosa Domain
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Tosa Domain
Sakamoto Ryoma, a famous historical figure, was from the Tosa Domain, which corresponds to present-day Kochi Prefecture. Although he was a low-ranking samurai at the time, he is said to have worked for Japan’s future. Even today, he remains one of the most popular figures representing the late Edo period.
What kind of era was the late Edo period?NEW!
- the beginning of the Edo period
- Toward the end of the Edo period
- the end of the Meiji era
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Toward the end of the Edo period
The Bakumatsu refers to the final years of the Edo period. During this time, foreign ships came to Japan, and movements to reform the nation’s system spread. Many famous figures were active, such as Sakamoto Ryoma, Saigo Takamori, and the Shinsengumi. It was a period that became a turning point when Japan underwent major changes.
What was Katsu Kaishū’s work during the late Edo period?NEW!
- A government official of the shogunate
- baseball player
- doctor
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A government official of the shogunate
Katsu Kaishū was an important samurai of the shogunate who played a major role at the end of the Edo period. When another army tried to attack the city of Edo, he negotiated with its leader, Saigō Takamori. They reached an agreement to hand over Edo Castle without fighting. Thanks to this “bloodless surrender of Edo,” the city was spared from being engulfed in flames, and many lives were saved. He is a hero who greatly changed Japanese history.