Han Dynasty 5th Grade

How long did the Han Dynasty last?

• 200

• 300

• 400

• 500

What was the official religion of China during the Han Dynasty?

• a) Daoism

• b) Buddhism

• c) Shintoism

• d) Confucianism

 

How was civil service viewed under the Han Dynasty government?

• a) Dishonorable

• b) Moderate

• c) Honorable

• d) Selective

Which social class had the highest authority and power?

• a) Merchants

• b) Peasants (farmers)

• c) Nobles, Scholars and State Officials

• d) Emperors

How were promotions and appointments determined in the Han Dynasty government?

• a) Random selection

• b) Hereditary succession

• c) Bribery

• d) Merit

 

Apart from Confucianism, what other religion did the Han rulers support, and what was its key teaching?

• a) Daoism - Key to happiness is accepting life as it is.

• b) Buddhism - Desire leads to suffering.

• c) Shintoism - Worshiping ancestors for prosperity.

• d) Hinduism - Pursuit of Moksha (liberation from the cycle of rebirth).

What did the Chinese traders carry with them on their journeys along the Silk Road?

• a) Precious metals

• b) Gemstones

• c) Silk

• d) All of the above

What was the name given to the trade route from China to Arabia and Europe, and why was it named that way?

• a) Spice Route - Traded in various spices.

• b) Tea Road - Exclusive trade in tea leaves.

• c) Silk Road - Named after the most valuable Chinese product.

• d) China-Arabia Trade Route - Direct route for exchange between China and Arabia.

What's the name of the Dynasty we are talking about today?

• Qin

• Shang

• Zhou

• Han

What was the most sought-after Chinese product in international trade during the Han Dynasty?

• a) Spices

• b) Tea

• c) Silk

• d) Porcelain