3 Chinese Philosophies Video Quiz

Which of the following was not a Chinese philosophy?

• Feudalism

• Confucianism

• Daoism

• Legalism

The Zhang Dynasty lasted from 1045 to 256 BCE. How many years did they reign?

• 789 years

• 1301 years

• 512 years

• Over 1,000 years

What is the Mandate of Heaven?

• A philosophy about the earth.

• A belief that the God's chose the rulers that ruled.

• Emperors were gods.

What is feudalism?

• A system where Kings owned the land but gave some of it to nobles (lords) in exchange for loyalty and soldiers.

• A system of checks and balances.

• A system of government that was fair for all.

• A system where Kings owned land and ruled, but did not share any power.

The goal of Confucianism was to create a society of _______ and ________.

Daoism is meant for people to get back to a simpler way of living, to be in ________ with nature.

Why did legalists believe in strict rules and laws?

• To maintain order and control in society because people are selfish.

• To establish a system of rewards and incentives for good behavior.
• To encourage creativity and innovation in society.
• To promote individual freedom and autonomy.

Why do you think it is difficult to govern people?