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- 1. Multiple Choice
Three different Chinese philosophies emerged during the
early Shang dynasty.
early Zhou dynasty.
late Shang dynasty.
late Zhou dynasty.
- 2. Multiple Choice
Which of the following phrases represents Confucianism?
Give harsh punishments to those who disobey laws
Lead by example.
Rule as little as possible.
Set clear laws.
- 3. Multiple Choice
Which of the following phrases describes Daoism?
Give harsh punishments to those who disobey laws.
Lead by example.
Rule as little as possible.
Set clear laws.
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which of these describes a ruler who followed Legalism?
a ruler who believed in few rules and laws
a ruler who allowed people to write their own laws
a ruler who severely punished people who break laws
a ruler who ruled as little as possible
- 5. Multiple Choice
The Zhou claimed that they had the Mandate of Heaven, which they believed was
the majority of votes in an election.
permission from the people to rule.
a divine right to rule China.
a set of laws written by the first Zhou king.
- 6. Multiple Choice
According to the Mandate of Heaven, what was the meaning of disasters such as earthquakes and floods?
They meant that a dynasty needed to spend more money on the environment.
They meant that taxes would be raised to pay for disaster relief.
They meant that Heaven no longer gave a dynasty the right to rule.
They meant that Heaven was telling a dynasty to protect its people.
- 7. Multiple Choice
Feudalism made government in China under the Zhou more stable as long as
the king shared power with the lords.
the lords shared power with peasants.
the king had absolute power over the lords.
the lord had more power than the king.
- 8. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is in the correct sequence?
development of three philosophies, Warring States period, Hundred Schools of Thought
Hundred Schools of Thought, development of three philosophies, Warring States period
Hundred Schools of Thought, Warring States period, development of three philosophies
Warring States period, Hundred Schools of Thought, development of three philosophies
- 9. Multiple Choice
According to Confucianism, society worked well when
those in authority were kind, honest, wise, and faithful.
people followed basic rules in their relationships with others.
people respected and obeyed those who were above them in status.
all of the above
- 10. Multiple Choice
What is a civil servant?
a person who works for a government
a person who works for a noble family
a person who collects the sayings of Confucius
a scholar who teaches Confucius to other people
- 11. Multiple Choice
Confucianism encouraged the leaders of the Han dynasty to hire civil servants
based on family background.
personally trained by Confucius.
who were sons of nobles.
based on ability.
- 12. Multiple Choice
A ruler who followed the teachings of Confucius would agree with which of the following statements?
Put your own needs first.
Set a good example for others.
The wisdom of elders has no value.
Say one thing but do another.
- 13. Multiple Choice
According to Daoism, people gained happiness by
following many laws and social rules.
working to achieve fame.
living in harmony with nature.
having many possessions.
- 14. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is an example of yin and yang?
moisture and heat
motion and activity
hot and cold
cold and wet
- 15. Multiple Choice
Scholars agree that which of the following statements about Daoism is accurate?
The Dao De Jing was written by many writers.
Laozi was a real man who lived in ancient China.
Laozi was a legendary figure.
Laozi is the only author of the Dao De Jing.
- 16. Multiple Choice
According to the Dao De Jing, the best rulers were those who
ruled the least.
passed many laws.
governed harshly.
controlled forces of nature.
- 17. Multiple Choice
According to Legalism, people will always
have a good influence on one other.
work for the benefit of others.
pursue their own self-interest.
set a good example for others.
- 18. Multiple Choice
According to Hanfeizi, what should rulers do to create peace and order?
share power with the people
have absolute power
create few laws
live in agreement with the way of nature
- 19. Multiple Choice
Which of the following is a Legalist view about civil servants?
Expect civil servants to act selfishly.
Civil servants should have respect for proper behavior in society.
Trust in the ability of civil servants to do a good job.
Civil servants should be left alone to do their work.
- 20. Multiple Choice
How did Legalist ideas influence the Qin dynasty?
The Qin dynasty protected freedom of speech.
Qin rulers followed the teachings of Laozi.
Qin rulers believed people should live simply.
The Qin dynasty prohibited people from criticizing the government.
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