Ancient China Test Review

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

• To serve as a trade route

• To protect against invasions

• To mark the boundary of the empire

• To control immigration and emigration

What was the Silk Road primarily used for?

• Transporting silk and other goods between Asia and Europe

• A pilgrimage route for religious purposes

• A defensive barrier against invasions

• A route for the Chinese army to move quickly

What does the Mandate of Heaven refer to?

• The right to rule granted by the gods to deserving rulers

• A legal system developed during the Tang Dynasty

• The construction of temples in honor of Heaven

• A philosophical concept in Daoism

For what purpose was the Terracotta Army built?

• To protect the emperor in the afterlife

• To commemorate the emperor's victories in battle

• As a gift to the gods

• To guard the Great Wall of China

Which dynasty is known for beginning the construction of the Great Wall of China?

• Han Dynasty

• Qin Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Zhou Dynasty

What is the main principle of Confucianism?

• The pursuit of individual enlightenment

• The importance of harmony with nature

• The significance of family and social harmony

• The rejection of worldly desires

Which of the following best describes Daoism?

• A philosophy that emphasizes strict laws and punishments

• A belief in the importance of maintaining balance and harmony with nature

• A religion focused on the worship of ancestors

• A political ideology that stresses the importance of military power

Which river is often referred to as the "Yellow River" due to the color of its silt?

• Yangtze River

• Huang He

• Pearl River

• Mekong River

Which Chinese dynasty is credited with the invention of paper?

• Shang Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

• Tang Dynasty

• Song Dynasty

What is the significance of the Yangtze River in Chinese history?

• It was the main location for the development of China's navy.

• It served as a major trade route within China.

• It was the site of the first emperor's birth.

• It marked the boundary between ancient China and nomadic tribes.