Society of Ancient China

What determined a person's social class in ancient China?

• Wealth

• Power

• Contributions to society

• Family background

What did some merchants become wealthy through?

• Farming

• Trade

• Artistry

• Scholarship

What was the role of artisans in ancient China?

• Producing crops

• Creating goods

• Governing

• Trading

What did the social classes in ancient China not indicate?

• Wealth or power

• Contributions

• Skills

• Education

What was the main reason merchants were considered the lowest class?

• They were not educated

• They did not produce goods

• They were not wealthy

• They were not powerful

According to Confucianism, which relationship is considered the most important?

• Husband and Wife

• Parent and Child

• Older Sibling and Younger Sibling

• Ruler and Citizens

What is expected from children in the parent and child relationship according to Confucianism?

• Independence

• Filial piety

• Friendship

• Leadership

What is the purpose of maintaining the five relationships in Confucianism?

• Economic growth

• Social harmony

• Political power

• Educational success

What is the role of parents in the parent and child relationship in Confucianism?

• To provide education

• To care for their children

• To discipline strictly

• To be friends

Which relationship involves siblings in Confucianism?

• Parent and Child

• Husband and Wife

• Older Sibling and Younger Sibling

• Ruler and Citizens