Three Chinese Philosophies

Which of the following is true of Confucius (Confucianism) beliefs?

• He believed in harsh punishments following disobedience

• He believed in rewarding good behavior

• He believed in respect for the elders

• He believed in letting go of worldly desires to be in touch with nature

How did Legalism and Taoism differ? (Select TWO).

• Legalism states that rulers must rule as little as possible and Taoism states rulers must enforce absolute power

• Legalism states that rulers must enforce absolute power and Taoism states rulers must rule as little as possible

• Legalism states that strict laws and harsh punishments will always follow bad behavior and Taoism states that living in harmony with nature is most important

• Legalism states that living in harmony with nature is most important and Taoism states that strict laws and harsh punishments are most important

In the later years of the Zhou dynasty, what condition led to new philosophies?

• feudalism

• wealth

• disorder

• democracy

When and why were the three Chinese philosophies established?

• early Zhou dynasty; to control the world

• late Shang dynasty; to control the world

• late Zhou dynasty; to recreate order and peace in China

• early Shang dynasty; to recreate order and peace in China

What was the reason for the Warring States Period?

• Each state wanted to be the first to overthrow the king

• The states were in debt and the winning state could earn money

• The states fought to be noticed by the king

• Six or seven Chinese states battled each other for power

Which group belongs in the shaded area of the diagram?

• lords

• servants

• farmers

• soldiers

"I am a follower of Confucius. I am the oldest of 3 children in my family. My younger sister and brother have to obey me. In return, I __________________"

• "may do whatever I want."

• "can punish them harshly."

• "have to grant their wishes."

• "must set a good example."

Scholars disagree about the origins of Daoism. What is one point on which scholars agree?

• Daoism had little effect on beliefs in ancient China.

• Daoism's book, the Dao De jing, was written by many writers.

• Daoism's founder, Laozi, lived at the same time as Confucius.

• Daoism provided the best form of government in ancient China.

According to the Taoism belief "yin and yang," and "yin" represented pleasure, what would "yang" represent?

• sunshine

• pain

• reward

• happiness

Who was the creator of Legalism?

• Laozi

• Hanfeizi

• Confucius