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Confucius and Daoism

Total questions: 17

Worksheet time: 9mins

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Class
Date
1.

What is Confucianism based on?

a)

The teachings of Kong Fu Zi

b)

The teachings of Buddha

c)

The teachings of Socrates

d)

The teachings of Aristotle

2.

What did Confucius focus on in his philosophy?

a)

Proper conduct, respect for elders, education, and government service

b)

Wealth, power, and fame

c)

Art, music, and dance

d)

Science, technology, and innovation

3.

What are the ancient Chinese traditions that Confucius based his ideas on?

a)

Wealth and power

b)

Respect and hard work

c)

Freedom and independence

d)

Creativity and innovation

4.

Which of the following is one of the five relationships taught by Confucius?

a)

Teacher and student

b)

Ruler and subject

c)

Employer and employee

d)

Neighbor and neighbor

5.

Which relationship is NOT part of Confucius's five key relationships?

a)

Parent and child

b)

Husband and wife

c)

Teacher and student

d)

Friend and friend

6.

According to Confucius, what qualities should people have to ensure harmonious relationships?

a)

Wealth and power

b)

Loyalty, courtesy, honesty, faithfulness, and obedience

c)

Intelligence and creativity

d)

Independence and freedom

7.

What did Confucius believe would result from a child showing absolute respect for the parent's authority?

a)

A successful career

b)

Harmony in the family

c)

Wealth and prosperity

d)

Independence from parents

8.

What did Confucius believe a ruler should live according to?

a)

Wealth and luxury

b)

Strong virtues

c)

Military strength

d)

Popularity and fame

9.

What did Confucius think would happen if a ruler lived according to strong virtues?

a)

The ruler would become unpopular

b)

The ruler's subjects would rebel

c)

A harmonious, stable society would be possible

d)

The ruler would lose power

10.

Who is believed to be the first Daoist philosopher?

a)

Laozi

b)

Confucius

c)

Buddha

d)

Socrates

11.

What is the main goal of life according to Laozi's teachings?

a)

To gain wealth

b)

To achieve oneness with the Dao

c)

To conquer others

d)

To become famous

12.

What is the Dao described as in Daoism?

a)

A universal force connected to nature

b)

A powerful deity

c)

A historical event

d)

A sacred text

13.

According to Daoism, how can humans find peace?

a)

By seeking fame and power

b)

By living simply in harmony with nature

c)

By following strict societal rules

d)

By gaining knowledge and wealth

14.

What does Daoism teach about nature?

a)

Nature seeks fame and power

b)

Nature is chaotic and unpredictable

c)

Nature moves without effort

d)

Nature is controlled by humans

15.

What do Daoists believe about government?

a)

Strong government is essential

b)

Happiness comes from following laws

c)

Happiness comes from contemplating nature

d)

Government should control nature

16.

What are the opposite forces in Daoism called?

a)

Sun and Moon

b)

Yin and Yang

c)

Light and Dark

d)

Earth and Sky

17.

Which attributes are associated with Yin in Daoism?

a)

Male, sky, light

b)

Female, earth, dark

c)

Fire, sun, warmth

d)

Water, wind, strength