Chapter 8: Ancient China Review

Confucianism emphasizes the importance of ____________________ and respect for others.

• duty

• money

• power

• status

Laozi is associated with the philosophy of ____________________ .

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Buddhism

• Stoicism

According to Confucius, government service should be open to all moral men with ____________________ and not noble birth.

• wealth

• education

• talent

• age

How did Confucianism impact the selection of government officials in China?

• Officials were chosen by birthright

• Officials were selected based on wealth

• Officials were chosen through civil service exams

• Officials were appointed by the emperor alone

The Qin emperor wanted to __________________________ and unify China.

• weaken

• strengthen

• control

• overpower

Which religion became popular in China during the Han Dynasty?

• Hinduism

• Christianity

• Buddhism

• Islam

________________________ was a major religion that spread to China via the Silk Road.

• Buddhism

• Hinduism

• Christianity

• Islam

How did geography affect China's development?

• It prevented any form of government

• It allowed a unique culture to flourish due to isolation

• It encouraged constant warfare

• It made trade impossible

__________ were military leaders appointed by Shang kings to govern local territories.

• Warlords

• Aristocrats

• Nobles

• Commoners

What was one reason the Shang rulers were able to remain powerful?

• They invented the crossbow.

• They had strong military alliances with warlords.

• They established a democratic government.

• They were known for their peaceful policies.