Ancient China

How did natural barriers shape China's civilization?

• deserts prevented the development of agriculture.

• The rivers were unreliable and prevented productive farming

• deserts, mountains, and oceans isolated China somewhat from the rest of the world

• Natural barriers had no impact on China's civilization

Which of the following is NOT true of the Chang Jiang River?

• it is the third longest river in the world

• It is also the Yellow River

• It maintains a relatively predictable course

• It helped unify China through transportation and trade

What concept led to the dynastic cycle?

• the Mandate of Heaven

• Warring States

• filial piety

• Daoism

Which of the following Chinese philosophies promoted filial piety?

• Buddhism

• Legalism

• Daoism

• Confucianism

The Han rulers replaced Legalism with which of the following?

• Daoism

• Buddhism

• bureaucracy

• Confucianism

Which of the following was NOT true of the Han dynasty?

• Taxes were lowered and especially harsh laws were ended

• The Dynasty was very short-lived because the rulers were not wise

• Appointed officials had to pass an examination on Confucianism

• Peasants were required to work only one month per year on public projects

Which of the following is one of ancient China's most important inventions?

• the sextant

• paper

• an improved plow

• terra cotta

Which of the following is the best description of the Silk Roads?

• The Silk Roads were overland routes connecting China with Europe

• The Silk Roads were land and maritime routes connecting China with Asia, Europe, and Africa

• The Silk Roads ran through Russia to Northern Europe

• The Silk Roads were not used after 100 B.C.

Which of the following is NOT true about trade on the Silk Roads?

• Traders often bartered items for other goods

• Traders used different currencies to pay for items

• Traders used a single currency to pay for items

• Many traders carried no money at all

What religion spread from India to China?

• Hinduism

• Confucianism

• Buddhism

• none of these