Question

what was adopted directly from china by japan?
a calendar system
religious shrines
a written language
the feudal system

Explanation:

To determine what Japan adopted directly from China, we analyze each option:

• A calendar system: Japan adapted Chinese calendar elements but not adopted directly in the same way as written language.
• Religious shrines: Japanese religious shrines (like Shinto shrines) have distinct native origins, not directly adopted from China.
• A written language: Japan directly adopted Chinese characters (kanji) as part of its written language, which was a core direct adoption.
• The feudal system: Japan's feudal system (shogunate, samurai) developed with native elements, not a direct adoption from China.

Answer:

C. a written language