Ancient China

What was the main purpose of the Great Wall of China?

• for traders to travel more easily

• to protect China from invaders

• to surround the emperor's palace

• an attraction for tourists to visit

How did the Silk Road affect China's relationship with the rest of the world?

• China received silk from Greece and Rome

• China increased trade with Europe and Southwest Asia

• China began to isolate itself

• China invaded new land and expanded its borders

According to the Mandate of Heaven, a Chinese emperor could remain in power as long as he

• conquered new territories

• obeyed the priests

• controlled the army

• governed as a just ruler

Living in harmony with nature is an important part of Chinese culture primarily because of

• Hinduism

• Taoism/Daoism

• Buddhism

• Confucianism

In addition to the movement of goods, what was the significant contribution of the silk road?

• The silk road allowed Chinese armies to defend the kingdom

• The silk road provided opportunities to test new building materials

• The silk road allowed for the exchanges of scientific and cultural ideas

• The silk road provided a path throughout China for invading armies

What was the main contribution of Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi to China?

• He required citizens to use the Mongol language

• He encouraged acceptance of the Hindu religion

• He unified most of China under one government

• He established a public education system in China

Chinese emperors claimed they had the right to rule because power was granted to them through

• The Magna Carta

• The Mandate of Heaven

• Confucianism

• Legalism

Laozi's basic teachings became the foundation of

• Daoism/Taoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism

• Buddhism

Which Chinese philosopher promoted a peaceful society where each person performs their duty?

• Socrates

• Qin Shihuangdi

• Confucius

• Mao

What goods were traded along the Silk Road?

• Salt

• Tea

• Silk

• All of these