Ancient Chinese Philosophies

Which dynasty came after the Shang dynasty in China?

• Han Dynasty

• Zhou Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Qing Dynasty

What was the main concern of Chinese thinkers during the later years of the Zhou dynasty?

• How to expand their territory

• How to maintain peace and order in society

• How to increase trade with other nations

• How to build the Great Wall

Which philosophy suggests that rulers should lead by example, according to the first adviser?

• Daoism

• Legalism

• Confucianism

• Buddhism

According to the second adviser, how should a ruler govern if they must rule at all?

• With strict laws and punishments

• By leading with virtue and good examples

• Rule as little as possible

• Through military strength

What does the third adviser, who studied Legalism, suggest to the ruler?

• To govern through religious teachings

• To set clear laws and harshly punish those who disobey

• To let the natural order dictate governance

• To consult the oracle bones for decisions

Which dynasty did the Zhou overthrow to establish their rule over China?

• Ming Dynasty

• Qing Dynasty

• Shang Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

What was the belief that justified the Zhou dynasty's right to rule?

• Divine Right of Kings

• Mandate of Heaven

• Right of Conquest

• Feudalism

According to Zhou belief, what would happen if the king did not govern well?

• He would be given a second chance by Heaven.

• He would be overthrown by neighboring states.

• Heaven would send signs of displeasure, such as earthquakes and floods.

• He would lose his wealth and power.

What concept allowed others to overthrow the Zhou king if he lost the support of Heaven?

• Legalism

• Feudalism

• Mandate of Heaven

• Divine Intervention

What system did the Zhou use to increase the government's stability?

• Monarchy

• Democracy

• Feudalism

• Oligarchy