"Buddhist Architecture in Japan Adhered Closely to Mainland Standards

question 32

Multiple Choice

"Buddhist architecture in Japan adhered closely to mainland standards." Why is this statement significant?

• A) Because the Japanese used only mainland architects
• B) Because mainland temple architecture was too experimental for the Japanese
• C) Because Japanese temples greatly assisted in the reconstruction of mainland temples
• D) Because the mainland would export only ready-made temple packages

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