Confucianism and Chinese Philosophy Quiz

Which philosophy is most closely associated with the development of the Chinese civil service system?

• Legalism

• Taoism

• Confucianism

• Buddhism

Which belief is most closely associated with the philosophy of Confucianism?

• Nirvana

• Reincarnation

• Prayer

• Filial piety

The five relationships taught by Confucius encouraged people to

• Improve their position in life

• Maintain social and political order

• Respect and worship nature

• Serve the needs of religious leaders

In China, Confucianism emphasized the idea that

• equality should exist between all members of society

• salvation could be attained by prayer, meditation, and good deeds

• individual goals should be placed ahead of the needs of the group

• harmony could be achieved by the proper behavior of each member of a family or society

According to Confucius, which of the following is NOT one of the Five Relationships?

• Ruler over subject

• Father over son

• Teacher over student

• Husband over wife

What is the meaning of the word "Shinto"?

• The way of the gods

• The path to enlightenment

• The law of karma

• The cycle of rebirth

Which of the following is a key belief in Taoism?

• Worship of one God

• Living in harmony with the Tao or Way

• Reincarnation of souls

• Building large temples

What does the Yin/Yang symbol represent in Taoism?

• The balance between good and evil

• The interaction of two opposing forces in the Universe, male or yin and female or yang

• The cycle of birth and death

• The four elements of nature

Which of the following is a similarity between Shinto and Animism?

• Practice filial piety

• Worship spirits in nature

• Are monotheistic

• Are required to make pilgrimages

Based on the information, which aspect is common to both Shinto and Taoism?

• Deep reverence and respect for nature

• Belief in one God

• Ban on the consumption of pork

• Belief in the reincarnation of souls