Ancient Chinese Philosophies

The goal of Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism was to create a well-run and peaceful society.

• True

• False

The creation of civil service tests to choose government officials were influenced by the teachings of Confucius.

• True

• False

Confucianism and Daoism both teach people how to lead a good life.

• True

• False

Which philosophy believes that people should put the needs of people and community above their own.

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Legalism

• All of these philosophies believe this

Which philosophy believes strict laws and harsh punishments are necessary to force people to do their duty?

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Legalism

• All of these philosophies believe this

Confucious believed that government should be open to________.

• aristocrats with family ties and money

• anyone who had a college degree

• moral men with education and talent.

• men who served in the military

Which philosophy teaches people to free themselves from worldly desires and live simply?

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Legalism

• All of these philosophies teach this

The "path or "the Way" is the meaning of the word _______.

• Dao

• Analects

• Duty

• Hanfeizi

Many Chinese followed these two philosophies because they supported each other. Choose two)

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Legalism

• Buddhism

Which philosophy did many aristocrats support because it emphasized force?

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Legalism

• All of these philosophies believe this