Confucianism

Who was Confucius?

• the founder of Legalism

• the founder of Daoism

• The founder of Buddhism

• The founder of Confucianism

Answer explanation

Confucius was the founder of Confucianism, not Legalism, Daoism, or Buddhism.

Confucism: Confucius' ideas were put into a book called....

• The Analects

• The Quran

• The Bible

• The Buddha

Answer explanation

Confucius' ideas were put into a book called The Analects, making it the correct choice among the options provided.

Where did Confucianism originate?

• Japan

• India

• Arabia

• China

Answer explanation

Confucianism originated in China, making it the correct choice. Confucius, the founder of Confucianism, lived and taught in China during the 6th century BCE.

According to Confucius, rulers should govern by _______

• the law.

• military might.

• a monopoly on natural resources.

• setting a good example.

Answer explanation

According to Confucius, rulers should govern by setting a good example, as he believed in leading through moral influence and virtuous behavior.

Confucianism: Confucius was born in China during the Zhou dynasty.  At the time of his birth, how did many Chinese view their emperor?

• They thought he had lost the Mandate of Heaven because of all the turmoil and civil war.

• They loved him and thought he was doing a wonderful job.

Answer explanation

They thought he had lost the Mandate of Heaven because of all the turmoil and civil war.

Confucius had very strict ideas about how people should what?

• Cook their food

• worship 

• behave to develop moral character

Answer explanation

Confucius had very strict ideas about how people should behave to develop moral character, emphasizing virtues like filial piety, loyalty, and respect for elders.

Confucius' main goal was to have ___________ in society.

• order

• fun

• happiness

• work

Answer explanation

Confucius' main goal was to have order in society, as he believed that a well-ordered society leads to harmony and prosperity.

Candidates for government jobs had to pass official _______________ after Confucius' ideas took hold in government.

• examinations

• orders

• physicals

• readings

Answer explanation

Candidates for government jobs had to pass official examinations after Confucius' ideas took hold in government.

Which of the following sentences uses the word 'Confucianism' correctly?

• Confucianism is a type of dance popular in South America.

• Many people study Confucianism to understand Eastern philosophy.

• Confucianism is a new technology in the field of medicine.

• Confucianism is a brand of clothing known for its vibrant colors.

What is the primary focus of Confucianism as a philosophy?

• Technological advancement

• Economic growth

• Moral values and ethics

• Military strategy