Chapter 5, Section 2: Confucius

Key Terms: The beliefs of the Chinese philosopher and teacher ___________________ greatly influenced Chinese life.

Key Terms: In ancient China, many of the aspects of life were ruled by the ___________________ of Confucius.

Key Terms: The teachings of Confucius were used as the basic training for the __________________________, the people who carried out the work of government.

Which statement best describes Confucius's education?

• He had no formal education.

• He was taught by a great philosopher.

• He was self-taught.

• He went to an ancient university.

According to Confucius, what brings order to society?

• wealth and power

• fighting and ruling

• physical fitness and intelligence

• people behaving properly

Confucius believed that if people showed loyalty and respect within the family,

• China would become a world leader.

• a new king would be chosen.

• they would not obey their rulers.

• the same values would spread to society at large.

Before Confucius's teachings, who could hold government offices?

• anyone who was qualified

• anyone who could read

• the oldest male of every family

• mostly the sons of important people

Because of the government examinations based on Confucius's teachings, government jobs

• were held by anyone who wanted one.

• could be held by poor young men.

• were held by the sons of important people.

• were not highly prized.

In what way did the examination system exclude some men?

• It excluded those who had not been taught by Confucius.

• It excluded men under the age of 50.

• It excluded those who could not read or write.

• It excluded the followers of Taoism.

Confucius believed that people in authority should

• treat others harshly.

• set a good example by behaving well.

• honor important people.

• train members of the civil service.