Question 2/Multiple Choice Worth 5 points) (02.08 MC) What statement best explains the status of shoguns and lords in feudal Japan versus feudal Europe? They were members of the warrior class, charged with protecting estates. Both shoguns and lords were under the authority of a powerful emperor or king. Shoguns and lords had considerable power and exchanged control of land for loyalty from vassals. Strong centralized governments resulted in shoguns and lords assuming positions of power on behalf of that government.

## Step 1<br />The question is asking us to compare the status of shoguns and lords in feudal Japan versus feudal Europe. The options provided are:<br />A. They were members of the warrior class, charged with protecting estates.<br />B. Both shoguns and lords were under the authority of a powerful emperor or king.<br />C. Shoguns and lords had considerable power and exchanged control of land for loyalty from vassals.<br />D. Strong centralized governments resulted in shoguns and lords assuming positions of power on behalf of that government.<br /><br />## Step 2<br />We need to analyze each option in the context of the feudal systems in Japan and Europe.<br /><br />## Step 3<br />Option A is not entirely accurate because while shoguns and lords were indeed warriors, they were not just protecting estates. They had more significant responsibilities.<br /><br />## Step 4<br />Option B is not accurate because in feudal Japan, there was no emperor or king. The shogun was the military dictator.<br /><br />## Step 5<br />Option C is accurate because in both feudal Japan and Europe, shoguns and lords had considerable power and exchanged control of land for loyalty from vassals.<br /><br />## Step 6<br />Option D is not accurate because in feudal Japan, there was no strong centralized government. The shogun was the military dictator.