Unit 1: Modern World History Begins in China

Who controlled power in early Chinese history?

• Emperors

• Nobles

• Merchants

• Farmers

In what ways are the Chinese Civil Administrators exams like SAT/ACT of today?

• Both are standardized tests.

• Both are used for college admissions.

• Both test mathematical skills.

• Both are used to select government officials.

What are the major limitations and faults of Confucianism? Who did it often exclude or hurt?

• Women and lower social classes

• Nobles and scholars

• Merchants and traders

• Warriors and soldiers

Why do you think the teachings of Confucius were such a powerful influence on Chinese society?

• They emphasized moral values and social harmony.

• They promoted economic prosperity.

• They encouraged scientific advancements.

• They focused on military strength.

How was the Confucian civil service potentially more effective than rule by hereditary nobles?

• It was based on merit rather than birth.

• It allowed for more centralized control.

• It promoted military strength.

• It encouraged trade and commerce.

The Confucian civil service was a central feature of Chinese imperial culture for centuries. Which of the following was an advantage of the Confucian civil service?

• It promoted meritocracy.

• It led to frequent changes in leadership.

• It discouraged education.

• It was based on hereditary succession.

Was Confucius' teachings an effective way to provide order to daily and government life?

• Yes, they provided a structured approach to ethics and governance.

• No, they were too rigid and not adaptable to different situations.

• Partially, they were effective in some areas but not in others.

• It is difficult to determine their effectiveness.

Confucius' main goal was to have ___________ in society.

• order
• fun
• happiness
• work

Confucius said people in ____________ must set a good example.

• authority
• jail
• love
• trouble

What subject do you think Confucius stressed to be the MOST important?

• archery

• computation (math)

• calligraphy (writing)

• morality