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- 1. Multiple Choice
What was the Mandate of Heaven?
A period in which a new emperor will take control over the government due to a period of rebellion or loss
A period in which China was prosperous and emperors strengthened their power
A period in China in which everyone practices Buddhism
A period in China in which the entire country stops eating meat
- 2. Multiple Choice
Which problem contributed most to the construction of the Great Wall during the Qin dynasty?
Civil War
Foreign Invasion
Trade Competition
High Unemployment
- 3. Multiple Choice
What was the main difference between the Qin dynasty and the Zhou dynasty?
The Qin dynasty made alliances with other Asian nations while the Zhou dynasty remained isolated
The Qin dynasty created a power sharing arrangement that allowed it to last much longer than the Zhou dynasty
The Qin dynasty relied on a centralized system of control while the Zhou dynasty relied on a decentralized system
The Qin dynasty set up a professional bureaucracy while the Zhou dynasty relied on hereditary succession
- 4. Multiple Choice
Which factor contributed most to the limited size of the Chinese empire?
natural barriers
interior weapons
slow population growth
lack of natural resources
- 5. Multiple Choice
Why did the ideals of Confucianism appeal to Han rulers?
They wanted to eliminate superstition in order to modernize Chinese society
They hoped to advance scientific progress in order to promote rapid economic growth
They wanted to promote artistic and intellectual achievement among the Chinese people
They hoped to create a well-run system of rule over a large territory and diverse population
- 6. Multiple Choice
Which statement best explains how the ancient Chinese civilization was similar to other early human civilizations?
Chinese civilizations united a diverse set of populations
Chinese civilization first developed in a fertile river valley
Chinese civilization was originally centered around trading posts
Chinese civilization was brought by nomadic peoples from the Middle East
- 7. Multiple Choice
How did the development of the Silk Road benefit the Chinese economy?
It decreased the cost of exporting goods
It opened new markets for Chinese producers
It enabled Chinese workers to migrate to job locations
It created access to an abundant supply of raw materials
- 8. Multiple Choice
Qin Shi Huangdi, the first emperor of China is widely known for stopping the invading Barbarians of the North by building which historical monument?
The Pottala Palace
The Great Wall
The Terracota Army
The forbidden city
- 9. Multiple Choice
What is the main concept of the Confucian idea of filial piety?
Legalist principles should be practiced
Individuals should understnad their duties and responsiblities
Siblings should earn respect from each other
Society should respect the environment
- 10. Multiple Choice
Foreign invasion
Earthquake
Droughts
If these events occurred, what conclusion can be made about the royal ruler and his family?
Gods would bless the ruler to help gain control of the land
The people would overthrow the ruler in favor of someone new
Religious leaders became important advisors to the leader
The right to rule was revoked by the gods
- 11. Multiple Choice
How did China's rulers and dynasties acquire their right to rule?
Eightfold Path
Mandate of Heaven
The People
Edict of Law
- 12. Multiple Choice
Identify one way in which China benefited from the Silk Road
Cultural diffusion brought new goods and ideas to China
Conflicts started over who had the right to trade
China began trading with the Americas
China grew poor because other countries took advantage of them
- 13. Multiple Choice
Which statement supports the CULTURAL impact of the Silk Road?
Spread of ideas, food, and innovations between Asia and Europe
Encouraged isolation between the ancient civilizations
Sparked further was with in the Chinese kingdoms
Furthered the separation of social classes in China
- 14. Multiple Choice
What is a woman's role or position in an ancient Chinese family?
Head of household
Not argue with their husbands parents
Monitor the childrens' education
Be submissive to their husbands
- 15. Multiple Choice
Why did trading networks like the Silk Road develop?
People wanted to take land and keep control of that land
The trails were used for communication between groups
Certain resources were not available in all areas
Travelers enjoyed exploring nearby lands after trading for spices
- 16. Multiple Choice
How did Confucianism try to prevent corruption in the government?
By giving land to noble families
By not allowing anybody related to Qin in the government
By giving jobs to family members only
Giving government positions to those who earned it
- 17. Multiple Choice
How did feudalism distribute power through China.
All the noble families had to live in the capital city
Land was given to leading families to rule over in exchange for loyalty
Civil service tests were given to determine who could rule the land
Feudalism believed all people were evil and could not be trusted
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