Pre-Comp 2023 Review Quizziz

I am prepared for the Eastern Civilization Exam.

• 100%, I am ready.

• 80%, I'm Ok, I guess.

• 50%, I need help.

• 0%, I need a lot of support.

Who was the first emperor of China?

• Qin Shi Huang

• Han Wudi

• Ming Taizu

• Wu Zetian

Answer explanation

To get this question right, it's useful to know which dynasty came first.

Qin Shihuang was the first emperor.

Han Wudi was the 5th emperor of the Han Dynasty, which was after the Qin.

Wu Zetian was a part of the Tang dynasty and Ming Taizu was a part of the Ming, both of which came much later than the Qin.

What was the primary belief system in ancient India?

• Confucianism

• Hinduism

• Buddhism

• Shintoism

Answer explanation

Use elimination for this question.

Shintoism - from Japan, a nonsense question.

Confucianism - from China, never really popular outside o China.

Hinduism and Buddhism are the only two reasonable answers - and the question said "Ancient India" - Hinduism was created before Buddhism, giving you the clue that it should be the correct answer.

What was the impact of Confucianism on Chinese society?

• It caused people to become less moral and question authority.

• It caused China to adopt a very strict caste system.

• It caused people to rebel against the dynastic cycle.

• It caused China to focus on education and respecting traditions.

Answer explanation

Don't get confused by words that might be unfamiliar.

Use what you know about Confucianism and Confucian scholars to help you understand why the answer is "Education and Tradition"

What was the purpose of the Silk Road trade network?

• To facilitate trade between East and West as well as cultural exchange.

• To provide a direct sea-trade route from China to Europe.

• To connect the Russian Empire and the Ottoman Empire.

• To promote the spread of Islam from the Middle East to East Asia.

Answer explanation

Use what you know to eliminate obviously wrong answers:

The Silk road was a land-based route.

We haven't discussed the Ottoman or Russian empires.

The only Islamic culture we studied was Mughal India.

Looking at the map, which of the following is TRUE?

• The best farmlands in China are in the west.

• The political capital of China during many dynasties was in the Tibetan Plateau.

• Deserts and Mountains would make trade difficult from China to the West.

• China's coastline is not highly populated.

What conclusions can you make based on this map of Zheng He's 4th expedition?

• The Ming Dynasty did not have access to advanced navigation technology.

• China had very limited access to Southeast Asia.

• Zheng He was able to establish a trading network with Europe.

• During this time, India and China had some access to trade with each other.

Which belief system emphasizes the importance of living in harmony with nature and living simply?

"Nature does not hurry, yet everything is accomplished."

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Shintoism

• Buddhism

Which belief system emphasizes the importance of moral values and the cultivation of good behavior?

"It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop."

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Hinduism

• Shintoism

A merchant has broken the law and is causing disorder in the market. What would someone with a Legalist background suggest be done about this situation?

• The merchant should be given a light punishment as a warning and allowed to continue their business.

• The merchant should be pardoned and allowed to continue their business as they provide valuable goods to the market.

• The merchant should be punished severely to serve as an example to others and maintain social order.

• The merchant should be allowed to go free as they have already suffered enough through the loss of their business.