Ancient China Vocab

Which dynasty introduced the concept of the Mandate of Heaven?

• Shang Dynasty

• Zhou Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

• Qin Dynasty

What is the foundational Daoist text attributed to Laozi?

• Analects

• Daodejing

• Li Si

• Mandate of Heaven

Which philosopher was responsible for implementing Legalism in the Qin Dynasty?

• Confucius

• Li Si

• Han Feizi

• Laozi

What is the belief that a ruler's authority is justified by divine approval?

• Warring States Period

• Mandate of Heaven

• Rain Belt

• Dynastic Cycle

Which river is one of China's major rivers in the North?

• Chiang Jiang River

• Yangtze River

• Huang He River

• Mekong River

Which dynasty is known for its Terracotta Army?

• Shang Dynasty

• Zhou Dynasty

• Qin Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

Which Chinese philosopher is known for his teachings on harmony and balance?

• Confucius

• Laozi

• Li Si

• Han Feizi