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WorksheetsChinese Religions Classroom Assesment
Total questions: 154
Worksheet time: 2hrs 11mins
Which statement best explains how Taoism differs from Confucianism?
Taoists reject human desire, whereas Confucians attempt to shape people’s desires.
Taoists use strict punishments, whereas Confucians provide rewards for good behavior.
Taoists believe in freedom for citizens, whereas Confucians believe in respect for authority.
Taoists emphasize integrity and fairness, whereas Confucians emphasize harmony and unity.
Based on his teachings, Confucius would most likely have approved of which action?
a younger brother correcting the behavior an older sibling
a mother earning money to improve the lives of her family
a father facing shielding his children from unpleasant truths
a merchant refusing to sell an item for a price that was too high
Which pair correctly matches a Chinese dynasty with the belief system that governed that dynasty?
Qin Dynasty and Legalism
Han Dynasty and Buddhism
Shang Dynasty and Taoism
Zhou Dynasty and Confucianism
What policy did the Han Dynasty implement as a result of Confucius’s teachings?
civil service exams
strict government controls
leaders with absolute power
a system of rewards and punishments
What is the best description of the political condition of China during Confucius’s lifetime?
frequent foreign occupation
ongoing conflict between states
a single united empire
leadership through integrity and honesty
To Confucius, the relationship of father to son and of husband to wife should both be
hierarchical
competitive
one of friendship
based on equality
The Chinese philosophies were developed as a response to power struggles between _ kingdoms and the political uncertainty that resulted.
(a)
After the Shang Dynasty & Zhou Dynasty; the (a) Dynasty arose.
After the Zhou dynasty started to lose control:
1. The lords of individual states began to __
2. __ were overthrown.
3. Life was ___ and dangerous.
(a)
The (a) States period occurred between 475-221BC.
The 3 main Chinese philosophers were (a) , Laozi & Han Feizi.
(a) taught during the Warring States period and believed that constant warfare was a result of morality among people and rulers.
Confucius taught that (a) between people needed to change before a peaceful and unified China could emerge.
Confucius believed that China was in disorder because the (a) were not ruling well and needed to be honest & fair.
Confucius sayings are published in a book called The (a) .
Confucianism believed relationships were based on (a) & respect.
Based on his teachings, Confucius would most likely have approved of which action?
a younger brother correcting the behavior an older sibling
a mother earning money to improve the lives of her family
a father facing shielding his children from unpleasant truths
a merchant refusing to sell an item for a price that was too high
Which of the following was not one of Confucius's basic relationships?
Husband and Wife
Father and Brother
Ruler and Subject
Friend and Friend
In which of the basic relationships did Confucius say both people were of equal status?
Ruler and Subject
Father and Son
Friend and Friend
Older Sibling and Younger Sibling
Confucianism believes that the person with more (a) should set a good example for the other person.
Confucianism spread through the establishment of (a) .
The (a) Dynasty was influenced by Confucius.
Through the influence of Confucianism, government officials were chosen based on the (a) .
Under Confucianism a (a) based system was created.
Han Feizi founded (a) .
Han Feizi believed people were (a) and that strict rules needed to be enacted.
Han Feizi believed that rulers needed to have (a) control and should not place their trust in others.
Legalism supports having a strong (a) to maintain power.
__ ___ ___ ___ is the emperor that agreed with Legalism. (entire name)
(a)
Under the rule of Qin Shi Huang Di many people were (a) or imprisoned who spoke unfavorably of him.
(a) with Confucianism influence were removed.
After Emperor Qin the (a) dynasty took power and governed using the ideas of Confucianism rather than Legalism.
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
They are examples of Chinese Philosophy.
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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Created to bring peace
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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Han Feizi
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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Leaders should lead by example and inspire good behavior.
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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believes that peace can be achieved through 5 basic relationships
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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strict laws and punishments are key to maintaining an orderly society
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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respect for elders, good government and social order
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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believed that family was important
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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philosophy would support a merchant very knowledgeable in government working in government
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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Qin Shi Huang Di used this to bring order back to China.
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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Civil Service Exam
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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supported family order
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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believed that the Chinese needed to return to ethics
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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believed that people were bad by nature and needed to be controlled
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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believed that the Chinese needed to return to ethics
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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the Analects
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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"A guilty person's relatives and neighbors should also be punished."
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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dealt only with government and social control
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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Confucius was the founder
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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People with authority must set a good example
(a)
DO NOT USE YOUR NOTES FOR THE REST OF THE QUIZIZZ.
Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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believed if people could be taught to behave properly to one another, then peace and order would return to society
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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key principles ethics and morality
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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Qin dynasty
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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remain loyal to family
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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people are born bad and need to be controlled
(a)
DO NOT USE YOUR NOTES FOR THE REST OF THE QUIZIZZ.
Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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respect and obey your parents
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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leaders should lead by example and inspire good behavior
(a)
DO NOT USE YOUR NOTES FOR THE REST OF THE QUIZIZZ.
Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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the only equal relationship is friend-friend
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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founded during the Warring States Period
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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Han Feizi
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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Do not do unto others what you would not want others to do unto you.
(a)
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Which applies to the following: Confucianism, Legalism or Both
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Citizens were forbidden to disobey the government.
(a)
Which of the following philosophies DID NOT develop in China?
Legalism
Daoism
Buddhism
Confucianism
people are born bad and need to be controlled
What policy did the Han Dynasty implement as a result of Confucius's teachings?
civil service exams
Strict government controls
leaders with absolute power
a system of rewards and punishments
Confucius believed that rulers have the responsibility to
respect the rights of all citizens
prevent their subjects from suffering
provide a model of how to behave correctly
increase the power and security of their kingdom
According to Daoism, happiness can be achieved by
obeying one's superiors
living a balanced life in harmony with nature
overcoming human desires
acting with virtue and integrity
To Confucius, the relationship of father to son and of husband to wife should both be
hierarchical
competitive
one of friendship
equal
Confucius lived during the
Warring States Period
emergence of Legalism
Qin Dynasty
Zhou Dynasty
A philosophy centered around nature and treating it with respect
Sikhism
Confucianism began in China and can be found in which of the following countries?
Taiwan
Who is considered the founder of Confucianism?
Kong Zi
Han Emperor Wu Ti
Fu Hao
Qin Shi Huang
When was Confucius born?
551 CE
1900 BCE
1900 CE
551 BCE
What was the main purpose of Confucius' teachings?
To establish a new political system
To reject traditional Chinese values
To teach people how to live with integrity
To promote moral decline
Which book contains the philosophical and political beliefs of Confucius?
The Tao Te Ching
The Art of War
The Analects of Confucius
The Book of Changes
What was the role of the government according to Confucius?
To establish a new political system
To set an example of right conduct
To promote moral decline
To reject traditional Chinese values
What are the Five Relationships in Confucianism?
Ruler and Subject, Parent and Child, Husband and Wife, Old and Young, Friend and Friend
Master and Servant, Teacher and Student, Employer and Employee, Leader and Follower, Neighbor and Neighbor
President and Vice President, Senator and Representative, Governor and Mayor, Judge and Lawyer, Doctor and Patient
King and Queen, Prince and Princess, Duke and Duchess, Lord and Lady, Knight and Squire
What was the expectation in the Five Relationships?
Each person owed respect and obedience to those on the same level as them and were expected to set a good example for those above them
Each person owed respect and obedience to those on the same level as them and were expected to set a good example for those above and below them
Each person owed respect and obedience to those below them and were expected to set a good example for those above them
Each person owed respect and obedience to those above them and were expected to set a good example for those below them
Which Chinese emperor based his civil service system on Confucianism?
Han Emperor Wu Ti
Emperor Kangxi
Qin Shi Huang
Emperor Taizong of Tang
Which two Ancient Chinese governments did NOT accept the teachings of Confucius?
Zhou
Qin
Han
Ming
Confucianism was the basis of Chinese society and government throughout the:
550s CE
1900s BCE
550s BCE
1900s CE
Daoism (or Taoism) was started by
The Han Dynasty
Laozi
Fu Hao
Emperor Wu Ti
Laozi believed that people should:
renounce worldly ambition.
devote themselves to worldly ambition.
turn away from nature.
try to become as wealthy as possible.
Dao is:
the eternal lifeforce in all of nature
a polytheistic worldview
the belief that nothing in the world is connected
an Ancient Chinese dynasty
Yin and yang symbolizes:
two matching forces present in all of nature.
two opposing forces present in all of nature.
A person can be a follower of both Daoism and Confucianism.
True
False
What was the capital city of the Shang Dynasty?
Hong Kong
Beijing
Shanghai
Anyang
Who was the first king of the Zhou Dynasty?
King Wu
King Tang
Emperor Qin Shi Huang
Emperor Taizong of Tang
What was the main writing system used during the Shang Dynasty?
Cuneiform
Hieroglyphics
Alphabet
Oracle bone script
What was the major contribution of the Shang Dynasty to Chinese culture?
Introduction of gunpowder
Construction of the Great Wall of China
Invention of paper money
Development of a writing system using oracle bones
What was the social structure like during the Shang Dynasty?
Communal with shared decision-making among all members
Democratic with equal power for all citizens
Anarchic with no clear leadership
Hierarchical with the king at the top
What were the major achievements in art and technology during the Zhou Dynasty?
Introduction of paper money, creation of the Terracotta Army, establishment of the Silk Road
Invention of the printing press, construction of the Great Wall, development of the compass
Advancements in bronze casting, development of iron tools and weapons, flourishing of Chinese philosophy and literature
Discovery of gunpowder, invention of the wheelbarrow, construction of the Forbidden City
How did the Zhou Dynasty impact the political structure of China?
Introduced the concept of democracy
Introduced the concept of the Mandate of Heaven
Established a communist government
Implemented a system of absolute monarchy
What were the key differences between the Shang and Zhou Dynasties?
Military strategies, economic policies, and social structures
Political systems, religious beliefs, and cultural advancements
Technological advancements, artistic achievements, and educational systems
Geographical boundaries, population size, and agricultural practices
Why do the Chinese call the Huang He, “China’s Sorrow?¨
because it is dirty and polluted
because it is now dried up
because it is yellow in color
because its flooding has drowned many people
Which answer gives the best explanation of why the Chang Jiang was so important to the people of ancient China?
It was a key waterway for trade and transportation.
It flows west to east across central China.
It is the third longest river in the world.
It flows through canyons and plains to the East China.
Which is NOT true about the Zhou kings?
The people believed they represented them before the gods.
The aristocrats eventually ignored their commands.
Trade decreased under their rule
They assigned bureaucrats to assist them.
Which social class did most Shang people belong to?
aristocrats
artisans
farmers
merchants
What is the Dao?
a belief that the king must rule by proper way
responsibility of aristocrats to honor & please gods
burning things ancestors needed in afterlife
aristocrat that overthrew Shang Dynasty
What during the Zhou Dynasty resulted in providing more food for the people?
bronze
Building channels
new systems to irrigate
silk worms
