Ancient Chinese Philosophies and the Mandate of Heaven

The Zhou Dynasty came after which dynasty?

• Shang Dynasty

• Qin Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

• Lu Dynasty

Why were Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism developed after the fall of the Zhou Dynasty?

• because there were such good schools in China at the time

• because the Zhou Dynasty wanted to maintain its power

• because there was so much disorder in China at the time

Daoism encouraged people to follow the way of nature.

• True

• False

What was the main goal of Confucianism?

• a just and peaceful society

• knowledge of the natural laws of nature

• establishing order through harsh laws

Legalism based its theory on the thought that humans were basically good.

• True

• False

According to Legalism, what is one key to a well-run society?

• Claiming approval from heaven.

• Enforcing strict laws.

• Letting people vote for leaders.

In Confucianism, people must obey their elders. In return, the elders...

• have to obey the wishes of their people.

• can punish them harshly if they disobey.

• can do whatever they want to do.

• have to treat them well.

What is Legalism?

• A Chinese philosophy that stresses respect of one's elders.

• A Chinese philosophy in which people live a simple life.

• A Chinese philosophy that is based on the theory that humans are evil.

Daoism believes that people should give up their ___________.

• home and family

• worldly desires

• laws and government

What was the violent time period when people tried to restore peace to Ancient China called?

• Shang Dynasty

• Zhou Dynasty

• the "Period of the Warring States"