Exam: Early Civilizations of China

How did the Qin dynasty control its people? Use specific examples in your response to explain your answer. (3 points)

In the space below, describe the fundamental beliefs of Daoism. Be sure to use specific details in your response. (4 points)

Which Chinese dynasty is recognized as the first to establish itself around 1700 BCE?

• Zhou
• Shang
• Qin
• Han

What were the ancient Shang writing materials found on turtle shells and animal bones called?

• Oracle bones
• Clay tablets
• Hieroglyphs
• Scrolls

Which two rivers were crucial for the development of ancient Chinese civilizations?

• Nile and Amazon
• Huang and Chang
• Ganges and Indus
• Mississippi and Missouri

Which dynasty successfully overthrew the Shang dynasty?

• Han
• Zhou
• Qin
• Tang

What is the term for the chaotic period of conflict between states in ancient China?

• Warring States Period
• Golden Age
• Feudal Era
• Age of Empires

What unique weapon was introduced during the Zhou dynasty?

• Crossbow
• Catapult
• Longbow
• Sword

Which book contains the teachings of Confucius as recorded by his followers?

• Dao De Jing
• Analects
• Book of Changes
• Art of War

Before Confucianism and Daoism, what belief system was common among the Chinese?

• Buddhism
• Shamanism
• Ancestor worship
• Zoroastrianism