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How were cracks made on oracle bones?

• By dropping them

• By touching the bone with a hot metal rod

• By carving with a knife

• By soaking in water

What does the Tao represent in Taoism?

• A universal principle that governs all of life

• A specific deity worshipped in temples

• A set of strict rules for living

• A historical figure

Which of the following is NOT a principle of Taoism?

• Aggression and conflict

• Passivity and calmness

• Non-strife

• Harmony with nature

What is a common practice associated with "Shen" in Taoism?

• Pray and burn incense to the Shen(s)

• Dance and sing to the Shen(s)

• Offer food and drink to the Shen(s)

• Write poems for the Shen(s)

Which of the following is NOT one of the "three treasures" of Taoism?

• Wealth

• Compassion

• Frugality

• Humility

What is the focus of Confucianism?

• Freeing yourself to find balance

• Your place in society

• Meditation

• Isolation

According to Confucianism, what is most important?

• Relationship to nature

• Relationship to family

• Meditation

• Isolation

Which philosophy started between 600 and 500 BC?

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Confucianism and Taoism

• Christianity

Why was Buddhism persecuted in China initially?

• It was seen as a threat to the Chinese way of life

• It was too similar to Taoism

• It was not popular among the people

• It was expensive to practice

Where did Zen Buddhism originate?

• India

• China

• Japan

• Korea