SSC MTS EXAM

SSC

WORLD HISTORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How are knights and samurai similar?
A
They are from Europe.
B
They have metal armor.
C
They are Christian.
D
They follow codes of honor.
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Both Samurai and Knights had a code of conduct, in which they had certain rules they must follow as a warrior. They both had to make promises of loyalty and honesty to their lords. The code of conduct for samurai was called ‘Bushido’, and the code of conduct for knights was referred to as ‘Chivalry”.

Detailed explanation-2: -The codes Bushido and chivalry were both codes of honor as well as conduct. These codes represented a lot of honor, respect, and loyalty to their lord. Bushido and chivalry helped knights and samurai become better vassals. The code of honor for knights was chivalry.

Detailed explanation-3: -Knights play “Joust” while Samurai play “Kendo”. A knight had a rank in the army, but a samurai had no. Compared to Knight, Samurai looked scarier. Samurais tend to optimize the functions of weapons, while Knights tend to attack their enemies.

Detailed explanation-4: -Samurai lived by a strict code of honor and morals related to their behavior in their daily lives and battle. This unwritten code of honor is known as The Bushido. The Bushido code served as the guide for the Samurai in life, battle, and even death.

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