WorksheetsChapter 7.3 Life in Chinese Dynasties
Total questions: 14
Worksheet time: 7mins
Which factor was most responsible for the overthrow of the Qin dynasty?
an economic collapse
the corruption of the Qin government
the weakness of the second Qin emperor
an invasion by the warrior-like Han people
Under the Han dynasty, the government was modeled after the
hierarchy of the gods
order of ranks in the military
structure of the human body
traditional Chinese family structure
Which outcome was a result of the breakdown of the feudal system that was established during the Zhou dynasty?
a stronger central government
the Qin dynasty overthrowing the Zhou dynasty
a power struggle that lasted for over two centuries
Japan conquering and ruling China for several centuries
Which statement explains how the Qin empire was founded?
Qin warriors invaded China from the northwest and took control over every major city.
The last Zhou emperor died without children, and Qin Shi Huangdi claimed to be the nearest living relative.
The state of Qin defeated the other rivals that had been battling for power during the Warring States period
Qin Shi Huangdi built a wall around China that prevented foreign invaders from ruling the various Chinese
states.
What made it possible for the Zhou dynasty to rule China longer than any other dynasty in Chinese history?
a powerful warrior class
a system of power sharing
a strong central government
an efficient imperial bureaucracy
Which change took place in China during the Han dynasty?
Military service was required of all men.
A civil-service system was created.
A standardized writing system was introduced.
Children began to be raised in communal homes.
According to the Mandate of Heaven, what would happen to a dynasty if the rulers did not behave with virtue?
The dynasty would be passed down to a new heir in the family.
The dynasty would lose the Mandate of Heaven and be replaced by another family.
The dynasty would be overthrown and the power given to the people.
The rulers of the dynasty would be brought to court.
Which statement best explains why the goal of ancient Chinese families was to have several generations living in the same house?
In ancient China, people were expected to continue working well into old age.
Tradition required that children of wealthy families get married to their cousins.
Large families were able to exert more influence over local rulers in ancient China.
The traditional Chinese family was based on close relationships with extended family and respect for elders.
How did Emperor Wudi's approach to defending Chinese territory differ from the approach of previous rulers?
Emperor Wudi relied on the use of a defensive wall rather than well-trained troops.
Emperor Wudi attacked China's enemies rather than defending against their attacks.
Emperor Wudi spent government money on the development of new and better weapons.
Emperor Wudi shared responsibility for defense with local warlords who knew the territory.
Qin Dynasty accomplishments include improved irrigation systems, standardized weights and measures, unifying the Chinese people, and _______________.
increased trade with Asian nations
formed a system of family rule
built the Great Wall
created the bureaucracy
A central principle of Confucianism is the belief that
all religions should be respected equally
citizens deserve to be treated with respect by their rulers
rulers should respect the wishes of all citizens under their command
children should respect and obey their parents and other elders
Which event ended the Han dynasty?
The last Han emperor turned over power to a warlord.
The Han dynasty was overthrown by a foreign invader.
The imperial system was transformed into a democracy.
The leaders of the civil service eliminated the position of emperor.
In which of these ways was China most different under the Han dynasty than it had been under the Qin dynasty?
the formation of a strong, central government
the importance of family
the amount of foreign trade
the religious role of the emperor
The Han dynasty reformed the civil service to make
it more professional and effective.
Which feature of the civil service remained unchanged by Han reforms?
the amount of bribery
the exclusion of women
the level of specialization
the importance of connections
