Exploring the Dynasties and Philosophies of Ancient China

What were the two great rivers along which China was born?

• Yellow and Yangtze

• Nile and Amazon

• Ganges and Indus

• Tigris and Euphrates

Who was the engineer that stopped the Yellow River floods and became the first king of the Xia Dynasty?

• Confucius

• Laozi

• Yu the Great

• Qin Shi Huang

What was the primary reason for the fall of the Shang Dynasty according to ancient Chinese historian Sima Qian?

• Economic collapse

• Immoral behavior of the last Shang king

• Natural disasters

• Invasion by the Mongols

What was the Mandate of Heaven?

• A type of ancient Chinese currency

• A philosophical text

• A military strategy

• A divine right to rule granted by heaven

Which philosopher's teachings emphasized hierarchical relationships and filial piety?

• Laozi

• Confucius

• Sun Tzu

• Han Feizi

What was the main belief of Legalism?

• Human nature is inherently evil and needs strict laws

• Human nature is inherently good

• Reincarnation and karma

• Harmony with nature

What was the primary purpose of the Qin Dynasty's standardization efforts?

• To simplify trade with Europe

• To create a unified and cohesive state

• To promote cultural diversity

• To reduce the power of the military

What was the main reason for the construction of the Great Wall during the Qin Dynasty?

• To create jobs for peasants

• To mark the empire's boundaries

• To promote trade

• To defend against nomadic invasions

What led to the fall of the Qin Dynasty?

• Invasion by the Romans

• Peasant revolts and internal rivalries

• Economic prosperity

• Natural disasters

What significant legacy did the Qin Dynasty leave behind despite its short reign?

• The spread of Buddhism

• The construction of the Forbidden City

• The unification of China

• The invention of paper