GRAPES of Ancient China Quiz

What major rivers were important to the development of Ancient China?

• Huang He (Yellow River) and Chang Jiang (Yangtze River)
• Nile and Amazon
• Ganges and Yangtze
• Mississippi and Danube

Why is the Huang He River also known as the Yellow River?

• It is the longest river in Asia
• It is polluted
• It carries loess that makes the water appear yellow
• It is surrounded by yellow flowers

What was the early religion in Ancient China primarily based on?

• Monotheism
• Polytheism and animism
• Atheism
• Zoroastrianism

Which philosophy emphasizes respect for your elders through filial piety?

• Daoism
• Legalism
• Confucianism
• Buddhism

What was the purpose of oracle bones in Ancient China?

• To write poetry
• To predict the future
• To record history
• To create art

What was the primary purpose of the Great Wall of China when it was first built?

• To protect against floods
• To defend against invasions
• To mark territory
• To promote trade

Which dynasty is known for the construction of the Great Wall?

• Xia Dynasty
• Shang Dynasty
• Qin Dynasty
• Han Dynasty

Which of the following inventions is credited to Ancient China?

• The telephone
• The compass
• Paper
• The internet

What was the primary economic activity in Ancient China?

• Mining
• Fishing
• Agriculture
• Manufacturing

What was the role of women in Ancient Chinese society?

• They were leaders of the government
• They had equal rights as men
• They primarily took care of the household
• They were warriors