Early China, Korea & Japan Quiz

What river is known as the "Cradle of Chinese Civilization"?

• Nile River

• Yellow River

• Amazon River

• Yangtze River

What dynasty introduced the "Mandate of Heaven"?

• Shang

• Zhou

• Qin

• Han

Which material was used to make early Chinese weapons and tools?

• Gold

• Bronze

• Silver

• Wood

What philosophy focused on respect, family, and social order?

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Legalism

• Buddhism

Which structure began construction during the Qin Dynasty to protect against invasions?

• The Forbidden City

• The Silk Road

• The Great Wall of China

• The Grand Canal

What was the main job of most people in ancient China?

• Farmers

• Soldiers

• Merchants

• Scholars

Which country had the greatest cultural influence on early Korea and Japan?

• India

• China

• Mongolia

• Russia

What is the traditional religion of Japan that focuses on nature and spirits?

• Buddhism

• Daoism

• Shinto

• Hinduism

What was the name of Japan’s warrior class?

• Samurai

• Ninja

• Daimyo

• Ronin

Who was the first emperor of China, uniting the country under one rule?

• Confucius

• Shi Huangdi

• Han Wudi

• Genghis Khan