Confucius and His Teachings

Confucius was an important

• architect

• teacher

• warrior

• ruler

Confucius thought that people should respect others who are

• above and below them

• only those above them

• only those smarter than them

• older, not younger than them

Confucius's writing make up a

• code

• autobiography

• philosophy

• textbook

Confucius believed in

• an eye for an eye

• the Golden Rule

• warring states

• absolute rule

Confucius's teachings became basic training for members of

• the army

• China's civil service

• nations that tried to conquer China

• ruling dynasty

Which statement best describes Confucius's education?

• He had no education

• He was self-taught

• He was taught by a great philosopher

• He went to an ancient university

According to Confucius, which was the most important quality a student could have

• wealth

• intelligence

• eagerness

• nobility

According to Confucius, which two qualities were most important to family and to society as a whole?

• wealth and power

• fighting and ruling

• physical fitness and intelligence

• loyalty and respect

How did Confucius's teachings affect the government?

• Men trying to enter the civil service had to pass an exam

• More people were given titles of nobility

• The military improved their fighting skills and horsemanship

• Women began to hold positions in government

Which best describes as example of the Golden Rule?

• You help another student by opening a door when she is carrying a big box

• You find a dollar in the parking lot and keep it.

• You tell your mother that your sister didn't put her clothes away.

• You carefully brush your teeth after every meal