The Legitimacy of Power in Historical States and Governance

The Legitimacy of Power in Historical States and Governance

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History, Social Studies, Philosophy

11th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The transcript explores the concept of state legitimacy, focusing on the Mandate of Heaven in China. It discusses how legitimacy is crucial for stability and how different cultures have legitimized their rulers. The Mandate of Heaven, originating in the Zhou dynasty, emphasized virtuous rule and performance legitimation. The transcript also covers the evolution of this concept, including Mencius's contributions, and its relevance in modern China under the CCP, highlighting the shift from ideological to performance legitimation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of a state according to the introduction?

To expand its territory

To bring order and security to society

To accumulate wealth

To promote cultural diversity

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which doctrine was used by Central Europeans to legitimize the rule of kings?

Mandate of Heaven

Social Contract

Divine Right of Kings

Democratic Process

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Mandate of Heaven primarily used for in ancient China?

To promote economic growth

To justify the rule of the Zhou dynasty

To create a new religion

To establish trade routes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the Mandate of Heaven, what could justify rebellion against an emperor?

Failure to expand territory

Inadequate government

Lack of military conquests

Poor economic performance

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is performance legitimation focused on?

Territorial expansion

Theological beliefs

Economic, militaristic, or moralistic performance

Cultural heritage

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What responsibility does performance legitimation place on the emperor?

To provide public goods and maintain order

To promote artistic endeavors

To conquer new lands

To establish new religions

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was Mencius and what was his contribution to the Mandate of Heaven?

A military leader who expanded the empire

A philosopher who advocated the right to rebel against inadequate government

A religious figure who introduced new rituals

A king who established new trade routes

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