In the Illustration the Tale of Genji, the Numerous Brushes

question 68

Multiple Choice

In the illustration The Tale of Genji, the numerous brushes in the foreground are suggestive of which of the following?

• A) The superior social status of the figure reading the letter
• B) The importance placed on elegant calligraphy among members of the court
• C) The prominent position of written communication during the Heian Period
• D) The intellectual status of members of the court

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