Three Philosophies of China

Who was responsible for teaching others how to behave by setting a good example, according to Confucianism?

• A. Elders

• B. Nature

• C. Strict laws

• D. The Government

How were people supposed to be good using Daoism?

• A. Elders

• B. Strict Laws

• C. Being balanced with nature

• D. The Government

Which philosopher created strict punishments to keep peace because he thought that people were naturally selfish?

• A. Hanfeizi

• B. Abraham

• C. Laozi

• D. Confucius

Who was the Wise man that created the philosophy of Daoism?

• A. Confucius

• B. Prince Siddhartha

• C. Laozi

• D. Prince Hanfeizi

Which phrase below best completes the following quotation? “I am a follower of Confucius. I am the oldest of three children in my family. My younger sister and brother have to obey me. In return, I…”

• A. “have to teach them how to do things through my example."

• B. “can punish them harshly if they disobey.”

• C. “have to obey their wishes.”

• D. “can do everything I want to do.”

What philosophy do the statements on this list describe? People are basically selfish. Laws must be strict and must be strictly enforced. Punishments for breaking laws must be harsh.

• A. Confucianism

• B. Daoism

• C. Legalism

• D. Republicanism

Why were Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism developed when they were?

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

• B. because the Zhou dynasty wanted to maintain its power

• C. because the Shang dynasty wanted to find a way to prevent famines

• D. because there was so much disorder and fighting in China at the time

The Five (5) relationships, respect for elders, peaceful just society, and learn from example describes which Chinese philosophy?

• A. confucianism

• B. daoism

• C. legalism

• D. buddhism

What do the Chinese call the force that gives order to nature?

• A. The Ark of the Covenant

• B. Nirvana

• C. Dao or yin and yang

• D. Brahman

Which philosophy emphasizes learning from the harmony and balance of nature in order to learn how to live a peaceful life?

• A. confucianism

• B. daoism

• C. legalism

• D. buddhism