China - WH1 VA SOL

Based on the map, which of the following statements is not true?

• The African continent had several trading centers.

• Han China and the Roman Empire had both direct and indirect trade relations.

• China was connected to almost all of the Eurasian territory through its trade networks.

• The routes on the map are mostly land based.

What civilization rose between 2100 and 1000 BCE (in yellow)?

• Indus River Valley

• Mesopotamia

• Nile River Valley

• Huang He River Valley

How did the geographic features shown on the map affect China?

• They made governing easier.

• They opened up trade opportunities.

• They made China more isolated.

• They provided natural resources to use.

Identify the way that China's geographic features affected its early civilizations.

• Increased natural resources

• Isolated the people

• Supported state rule

• Opened up trade routes

Which geographic feature did NOT contribute to China's isolation from the rest of the world?

• Himalaya Mountains

• Pacific Ocean

• Gobi Desert

• Huang He River

What was a major accomplishment of the Chinese civil service system?

• Middle-class citizens were no longer able to gain government positions.

• Exams were no longer required to gain government positions.

• Government officials were given positions based upon merit.

• Government officials inherited their positions.

Which religious symbol represents opposites for Confucianism and Taoism?

• I

• II

• III

• IV

Which of the following is a belief within Taoism?

• Worshiping ancestors

• Achieving harmony with nature

• Following a code of politeness

• Respecting elders

Which world religion spread from India to China through the teachings of early missionaries?

• Christianity

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Islam

All of the following are ideas of Confucius EXCEPT —

• respect for your elders

• family relationships are important

• social order is best achieved through less education

• rulers should set a good example for their subjects