Understanding Gongfu and Confucian Teachings

What is the primary aim of gongfu orientation?

• To memorize Confucian texts

• To follow strict moral norms

• To embody and manifest excellent abilities

• To achieve objective knowledge

How is gongfu often broadly defined?

• The art of doing everything

• A type of meditation

• A strict moral code

• A form of martial arts

What is Confucius' primary concern according to the text?

• How to debate philosophical ideas

• How to memorize ancient texts

• How to gain wealth and power

• How to live a better life and become a better person

What is the Golden Rule in Confucianism as stated by Confucius?

• Seek knowledge above all else

• Respect your elders

• Do not do to others what you do not want done to yourself

• Always tell the truth

How should Confucius' 'Golden Rule' be interpreted according to the text?

• As a universal and inviolable moral principle

• As a strict rule to follow in all circumstances

• As gongfu instructions to help obtain embodied skills

• As a guideline for legal judgments

What is the difference between moral norms and gongfu instructions?

• Moral norms are flexible, gongfu instructions are strict

• Moral norms are optional, gongfu instructions are mandatory

• Moral norms are for intellectuals, gongfu instructions are for common people

• Moral norms are imposed, gongfu instructions enable better living

What does Book 10 of the Analects detail?

• Confucius' political achievements

• Confucius' philosophical debates

• Confucius' family history

• Confucius' daily conduct

According to the text, what is the primary method of learning in virtue ethics?

• Memorizing texts

• Following strict rules

• Debating ethical theories

• Modeling after an exemplary person

What does Zhu Xi emphasize about reading the Analects and Mencius?

• Understanding the theory and meanings is sufficient

• Careful reflection and practice are necessary

• Memorization is the key to understanding

• Reading should be done in groups

What is the result of only taking the books as collections of sayings?

• It enhances moral growth

• It results in bookish knowledge

• It leads to deep understanding

• It improves intellectual debates