Belief Systems and Religions of Ancient China

Which of the following is a belief system originating from China?

• Hinduism

• Confucianism

• Islam

• Christianity

Who was Confucius?

• A philosopher who lived in China from 551-479 BCE

• A famous Chinese emperor

• A legendary warrior from Japan

• A poet from ancient Greece

What did Confucius develop a philosophy for?

• Life and government based on respect and hard work

• Military strategies and tactics

• Artistic expression and creativity

• Economic theories and trade

Who is known for creating a code of behavior based on 5 relationships?

• Confucius

• Aristotle

• Socrates

• Plato

According to the text, what qualities are necessary for harmonious relationships?

• Obedient, loyal, and honest

• Intelligent, brave, and strong

• Creative, innovative, and curious

• Friendly, humorous, and kind

What is the relationship between rulers and subjects according to the image?

• Subjects should be obedient to their rulers.

• Rulers should be obedient to their subjects.

• Subjects and rulers should be equal.

• Rulers should ignore their subjects.

What was required of students taking the Civil Service Exams during the Song Dynasty?

• Memorize the entire Confucian text

• Write a personal essay

• Study mathematics extensively

• Learn multiple languages

How long might students study for the Civil Service Exams?

• More than 5 years

• More than 10 years

• More than 20 years

• More than 30 years

What was a characteristic of some Civil Service Exams during the Song Dynasty?

• They were open book

• They lasted more than 72 hours

• They were conducted outdoors

• They allowed group discussions

Why were exam halls often locked and guarded during the Civil Service Exams?

• To prevent students from leaving early

• To prevent students from cheating

• To keep the exams secret

• To ensure silence during the exams