Quiz on the Qin and Han Dynasties, and Chinese philosophies

What is the Mandate of Heaven?

• A philosophical idea that justified rebellion against unjust rulers

• A military strategy used by the Qin Dynasty

• A religious ritual performed by Chinese emperors

• A type of currency used in ancient China

During which dynasty did the concept of the Mandate of Heaven originate?

• Zhou Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Tang Dynasty

What major construction project began during the Qin Dynasty?

• The Great Wall of China

• The Grand Canal

• The Terracotta Army

• The Forbidden City

What was the Qin Dynasty's approach to centralized control?

• Focused on central control

• Decentralized power

• Ignored central control

• Shared power with local leaders

What was the Qin Dynasty's impact on trade routes?

• Improved trade routes through infrastructure projects

• Closed all trade routes

• Had no impact on trade routes

• Made trade routes more dangerous

What philosophy did the Han Dynasty emphasize under Emperor Liu Bang?

• Confucianism

• Legalism

• Daoism

• Buddhism

Which principle in Confucianism is often translated as "benevolence" or "humaneness"?

• Wu Wei

• Ren

• Simplicity

• Nature

Which philosophy emphasizes living in harmony with the natural order?

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Buddhism

• Legalism

What does Confucianism emphasize for social harmony?

• Material wealth

• Ethics and morality

• Non-action

• Simplicity

What is a shared value between Confucianism and Daoism?

• Economic prosperity

• Respect for tradition

• Military strength

• Technological advancement