Quiz on Daoism and Key Figures

What is the primary focus of Daoism?

• Conforming to social patterns

• Achieving wealth and power

• Following strict moral codes

• Uniting with the universe, the Tao

Who is traditionally described as the founder of Taoism?

• Laozi

• Confucius

• Zhuangzi

• Buddha

What is the title of the essential text of Daoism?

• The Teachings of Laozi

• The Book of Virtue

• Dao De Jing

• The Way of Harmony

What does the term 'Tao' mean?

• The path or way

• The ultimate truth

• The source of all life

• The moral code

Which figure is known for the parable of the butterfly?

• Laozi

• Yin Hsi

• Confucius

• Zhuangzi

What does the Tao Te Ching emphasize?

• Living in harmony with nature

• Pursuing wealth and power

• Strict adherence to rituals

• Conforming to societal norms

What is a key teaching of Zhuangzi?

• The importance of control

• Freedom from worldly concerns

• The pursuit of knowledge

• The necessity of government

What is the ultimate goal of Daoists?

• To achieve social harmony

• To gain political power

• To follow Confucian teachings

• To attain immortality

What does 'Wu-Wei' refer to in Daoism?

• Active intervention

• Non-action or non-interference

• Strict discipline

• Moral righteousness

What was Laozi's profession before he became a philosopher?

• A farmer

• A government archivist

• A military leader

• A teacher