5-3 Chinese Philosophies

According to Laozi, what is the Dao?

• the home of the heavenly spirits

• respect for authority

• the natural way of the universe

• reverence for ancestors

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Which spirits were most important to the ancient Chinese?

• spirits of one’s ancestors

• evil spirits who controlled the crops

• spirits found in the natural world

• spirits representing the Mandate of Heaven

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What philosopher who helped shape Chinese thought is known as the “First Teacher”?

• Laozi

• the Zhou emperor

• Confucius

• Mencius

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What is the main topic discussed in the Analects of Confucius?

• proper behavior and ideals

• successful battle strategies

• living in harmony with nature

• the nature of the afterlife

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According to Daoism, the symbols of yin and yang represent the ideal of

• authority

• good government

• balance

• material success

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What is Confucianism

• A religious doctrine based on the worship of ancestors.
• Confucianism is a philosophical and ethical system founded by Confucius.
• A political system established by Confucius for governance.
• A scientific theory about human behavior.

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What is the common goal of Confucianism, Legalism, and Daoism?

• To establish order and harmony in society.
• To encourage strict punishment and control of behavior.
• To focus solely on spiritual enlightenment without societal implications.
• To promote individualism and personal freedom.

Which philosophy was also known as the school of law?

• Stoicism
• Utilitarianism
• Legalism
• Confucianism

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Which philosophy was favored by rulers and aristocrats?

• Legalism

• Daoism

• Confucianism

• Democracy

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Which of the Chinese philosophies were favored by farmers

• Legalism
• Confucianism
• Buddhism
• Daoism