Confucianism and Neo-Confucianism in the Song Dynasty

How did Confucianism rise in popularity during the Song Dynasty?

• It was made the state philosophy by Emperor Wudi.

• It was combined with elements of Buddhism and Daoism.

• It was spread by traders from India.

• It was enforced by the Tang emperor Wuzong.

What role did the Mandate of Heaven play in Neo-Confucianism during the Song Dynasty?

• It emphasized the importance of wealth and power.

• It supported the emperor's right to rule.

• It discouraged loyalty and order.

• It was irrelevant to the selection of government officials.

Why was Neo-Confucianism important to the Song Dynasty?

• It weakened the power of the rulers.

• It was a system based on wealth and connections.

• It strengthened the power of the rulers.

• It was only popular among traders.

What was a key difference between Buddhism and Confucianism during the Song Dynasty?

• Buddhism originated in China, while Confucianism did not.

• Confucianism focused on meditation, while Buddhism did not.

• Buddhism was brought to China by travelers and traders.

• Confucianism was more popular than Buddhism.

What system did the Tang and Song emperors strengthen to create a prestigious scholar-official class?

• Feudalism

• Meritocracy

• Aristocracy

• Monarchy

During the Song period, what was required to become a government official?

• Recommendation by other officials

• Passing a test based on Confucian ideas

• Military service

• Inheritance of position

What type of education did the tests aim to draw men with during the Song Dynasty?

• Scientific and technological

• Literary and artistic

• Military and strategic

• Agricultural and environmental

Who typically took the civil service exams during the Song Dynasty?

• Female members of the royal family

• Male members of wealthy land-holding classes

• Foreign diplomats

• Common farmers

What did the Tang and Song dynasties bring back to the Chinese empire and government?

• Chaos and disorder

• Isolation and stagnation

• Order and innovation

• Decline and fall

According to Confucius, rulers should govern by _______

• the law.
• military might.
• a monopoly on natural resources.
• setting a good example.