Chapter 7 Ancient China

Which of the following is a desert that formed part of China's natural barriers?

• the Himalaya

• the Taklimakan

• the Tian Shan

• the Pamir

How did China's natural barriers affect the early development of its civilization?

• The barriers isolated China, leading to a lack of agricultural development.
• Natural barriers made it easy for invaders to conquer China.
• China's natural barriers encouraged widespread trade with neighboring regions.
• The barriers isolated China, allowing it to develop without influence of others.

What is another name for the Chang Jiang River?

• Yellow River

• Indus River

• Tigris River

• Yangtze River

What was an advantage of China's early isolation from other civilizations?

• Diverse cultural exchange with neighboring regions.
• Rapid technological advancement from foreign influence.
• Increased vulnerability to invasions.
• Protection from invaders

What was a disadvantage to China's early isolation from other civilizations?

• Increased trade with neighboring countries.
• Enhanced diplomatic relations with other civilizations.
• Rapid technological advancements from foreign influences.
• Inability to share ideas and beliefs with others.

Which was the earliest Chinese dynasty for which evidence exists?

• Xia

• Zhou

• Liangzhu

• Shang

What were some of the religious beliefs and practices of the Shang people?

• The Shang people rejected all forms of worship.
• They only believed in one god and did not practice rituals.
• The Shang people focused solely on agricultural practices without any spiritual beliefs.
• They used an oracle bone, worshipped ancestors and held special ceremonies.

Where did China's first dynasty develop?

• along the Huang He

• at the foot of the Tian Shan

• beside the East China Sea

• along the Chang Jiang

What are the basic beliefs of Confucianism?

• The belief in fate and destiny as primary guides
• The belief in promoting proper conduct through respect and filial piety.

• The rejection of education and moral values
• The importance of wealth and power

What was the concept of Mandate of Heaven?

• It was the result of the dynastic cycle.

• It was the belief that a king could rule only as long as the gods believed him worthy.

• It emphasized living in harmony with nature and the Dao

• It was a philosophy that encouraged a strong government and laws.