Who were the first users of hiragana script, which became the primary medium for writing court poetry during the Heian period?
A) Court administrators
B) Samurai warriors
C) Women of the court
D) Buddhist monks

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Women of the court were the first prominent users of hiragana script during the Heian period. Hiragana was considered more accessible and straightforward compared to the complex Chinese characters (kanji) that were prevalent at the time, making it popular among women who were generally not given the same educational opportunities as men. This script allowed them to express themselves in literature, most notably in the creation of court poetry and narratives such as "The Tale of Genji" by Murasaki Shikibu.

Who Were the First Users of Hiragana Script, Which Became