Ancient China Quiz

What continent is China located on?

• South America

• Europe

• Asia

• Africa

Which dynasty is known for the construction of the Great Wall of China?

• Shang

• Zhou

• Qin

• Han

What is the Mandate of Heaven?

• A type of government

• A religious text

• A belief that heaven granted emperors the right to rule

• A military strategy

Who was Shi Huangdi?

• A famous philosopher

• The first emperor of the Qin dynasty

• A legendary warrior

• A famous poet

What is Legalism?

• A type of art

• A philosophy that emphasizes strict laws and harsh punishments

• A form of government

• A religious practice

What are oracle bones?

• Ancient musical instruments

• Tools used for farming

• Pieces of bone used for divination

• Weapons used in battle

What is the purpose of the Great Wall of China?

• To serve as a trade route

• To protect against invasions

• To mark the boundary of the empire

• To serve as a religious site

What is Confucianism?

• A type of government

• A philosophy that emphasizes ethics and family values

• A religious practice

• A form of art

What is Taoism?

• A type of government

• A philosophy that emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao

• A religious practice

• A form of art

What is the Huang He River Valley known for?

• Being a major trade route

• Being the birthplace of Chinese civilization

• Being a religious site

• Being a military base