World History: Ancient China

What were soldiers made of clay in Ancient China?

• Ming Dynasty Warriors

• Clay Soldiers of the Han Dynasty

• Terracotta Knights

• Terracotta Army

Answer explanation

The Terracotta Army refers to the thousands of life-sized clay soldiers created during the Qin Dynasty in Ancient China to accompany the first Emperor, Qin Shi Huang, in the afterlife. This makes 'Terracotta Army' the correct answer.

Why is Ancient China considered isolated?

• Ancient China was isolated due to its lack of agricultural resources.

• Ancient China was isolated because of its advanced technology.

• Ancient China was isolated due to its cultural similarities with neighboring regions.

• Ancient China is considered isolated due to its natural geographical barriers.

Answer explanation

Ancient China is considered isolated due to its natural geographical barriers, such as mountains and deserts, which limited contact and interaction with other civilizations, unlike the other answer choices.

Describe filial piety.

• Filial piety is the financial support provided by parents to their children.

• Filial piety refers to the obligation of parents to care for their children.

• Filial piety is the respect and duty children owe to their parents and ancestors.

• Filial piety is the practice of children ignoring their parents' wishes.

Answer explanation

Filial piety is a fundamental concept emphasizing the respect and duty that children owe to their parents and ancestors, highlighting the importance of honoring family ties and responsibilities.

What is the title of a Chinese ruler?

• Emperor

• Duke

• King

• Chancellor

Answer explanation

The title of a Chinese ruler is 'Emperor'. This title has historically been used to denote the sovereign of China, distinguishing it from other titles like Duke, King, or Chancellor.

What is another name for a poor person in Ancient China?

• Noble

• Merchant

• Scholar

• Peasant

Answer explanation

In Ancient China, the term 'peasant' referred to poor farmers or laborers, distinguishing them from the wealthy classes like nobles and merchants. Thus, 'peasant' is the correct term for a poor person in that context.

This was a substance that was made from worms in Ancient China.

• Silk

• Linen

• Wool

• Cotton

Answer explanation

Silk, produced from silkworms, was a highly valued substance in Ancient China, known for its softness and luster. The other options, like linen, wool, and cotton, do not originate from worms.

The Zhou Dynasty of Ancient China introduced the Mandate of Heaven. Which choice best defines this belief?

• A good leader is one who loves learning, art, science, and democracy.

• The emperor of China had the gods' approval to rule.

• The gods wanted a strict social class system.

• Western countries should adopt Chinese language and culture.

What was the primary purpose of the Great Wall of China?

• To serve as a trade route

• To protect against invasions

• To mark the boundary of the empire

• To promote tourism

Which philosophy emphasized harmony with nature in Ancient China?

• Confucianism

• Legalism

• Daoism

• Buddhism

What was the Silk Road?

• A road made of silk

• A trade route connecting China to the West

• A path for religious pilgrimages

• A military route for invasions