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How is a harmonious society created according to Confucianism? Options: By praying to Confucius for mercy., Through individuals following the social rules appropriate to their station in life., By making certain that foreign elements are not allowed in., Through democratic processes that allow each individual to vote for those who will rule them.

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Through individuals following the social rules appropriate to their station in life.

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Confucius' ideas were put into a book called....

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The Analects

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Where did Confucianism originate?

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China

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According to Confucius, rulers should govern by _______

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setting a good example.

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Who was Kongfuzi?

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A teacher whose teachings influenced the lives of millions of people; Confucius.

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At the time of Confucius's birth during the Zhou dynasty, how did many Chinese view their emperor?

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They thought he had lost the Mandate of Heaven because of all the turmoil and civil war.

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Why did Confucius say people should honor and respect their elders?

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Because filial piety - respect of children for their parents - was critical to the social order.

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According to the Mandate of Heaven, what happened if a ruler governed poorly?

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If a ruler governed poorly, heaven withdrew its support and the ruler lost power.

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The woman is taking a civil service exam in China. How does that relate to Confucianism?

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Knowledge of the Confucian classics has traditionally been the basis of the state civil service exam in China.

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Confucius said people in ____________ must set a good example.

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