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Ancient China Study Guide

Total questions: 43

Worksheet time: 22mins

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Class
Date
1.

The earliest known dynasty of Ancient China is:

a)

Shang Dynasty

b)

Zhou Dynasty

c)

Xia Dynasty

d)

Han Dynasty

2.

During which dynasty did the Bronze Age in China begin?

a)

Shang Dynasty

b)

Zhou Dynasty

c)

Qin Dynasty

d)

Han Dynasty

3.

One of the most famous contributions from the Qin Dynasty is:

a)

The Great Wall of China

b)

The invention of paper

c)

The Silk Road

d)

The Terracotta Army

4.

Confucius is best known for

a)

his teachings and philosophy on ethics and morality

b)

his military conquests

c)

his scientific discoveries

d)

his political leadership

5.

Which dynasty began around 1045 BC?

a)

Shang Dynasty

b)

Zhou Dynasty

c)

Qin Dynasty

d)

Han Dynasty

6.

The Xia dynasty is the least known of all Ancient China dynasties because:

a)

It was the first dynasty and lacks written records.

b)

It was the most recent dynasty with abundant records.

c)

It was a mythical dynasty with no historical evidence.

d)

It was a well-documented dynasty with many artifacts.

7.

Confucius lived during which year?

a)

551 BC

b)

479 BC

c)

500 BC

d)

450 BC

8.

The Great Wall of China was built to:

a)

protect against invasions

b)

serve as a trade route

c)

mark territorial boundaries

d)

promote tourism

9.

The material commonly used during the Bronze Age in China was:

a)

Iron

b)

Bronze

c)

Gold

d)

Silver

10.

The Qin dynasty began in which year?

a)

221 BC

b)

206 BC

c)

210 BC

d)

259 BC

11.

The Xia dynasty is well-documented with many written records.

a)

True

b)

False

12.

The Zhou dynasty came after the Qin dynasty.

a)

True

b)

False

13.

Confucianism teaches respect for elders and proper behavior.

a)

True

b)

False

14.

The Shang dynasty is known for its advancements in bronze work.

a)

True

b)

False

15.

The Great Wall was completed during the Shang dynasty.

a)

True

b)

False

16.

The earliest known dynasty is the _____.

a)

Xia

b)

Shang

c)

Zhou

d)

Qin

17.

The (a)   dynasty is known for unifying China.

18.

_____ was a famous Chinese teacher and philosopher.

a)

Confucius

b)

Laozi

c)

Sun Tzu

d)

Mencius

19.

The _____ dynasty started in 1045 BC.

a)

Zhou

b)

Shang

c)

Qin

d)

Han

20.

The ______ Age started during the Shang dynasty.

a)

Bronze

b)

Iron

c)

Stone

d)

Golden

21.

Suppose four Chinese emperors are in the same dynasty. Which statement must be true about them?

a)

They were born in the same region

b)

They are members of the same family

c)

They belong to the same political party

d)

They use the same style of government

22.
Line of rulers from the same family
a)
Legalism
b)
long Chinese line
c)
filial piety
d)
dynasty
23.

He taught a philosophy based on the teaching that one must focus on duties and responsibilities pertaining to one’s relationships.

a)

Confucius

b)

Dao

c)

Coach Lightsey

d)

Leonidas

24.

Confucianism focused on

a)

Following the vedas of hinduism

b)

The yin and yang

c)

worshipping more than one god

d)

Respecting rulers and elders

25.
The Golden Age is the time when people made tools, weapons and other things, like jewelry, from bronze.
a)
True
b)
False
26.

Match the item with a correct statement

a)

The Chinese system of beliefs that describes the way of behavior

1.

Dao

b)

China's first official dynasty

2.

Shang

c)

ruled China the longest

3.

Zhou

d)

dynasty under which culture flourished

4.

Han

27.
What did Emperor Qin build that allowed no one to leave, or invade, for thousands of years?
a)
a statue of himself
b)
a fortress
c)
The Great Wall
d)
a model of a dinosaur
28.

The Silk Road primarily facilitated trade between China and which region?

a)

Africa

b)

India

c)

Europe

d)

South America

29.

What was one of the most valuable commodities traded along the Silk Road?

a)

Silk

b)

Spices

c)

Gold

d)

Tea

30.

Which philosophy emphasizes harmony with nature and the universe?

a)

Daoism

b)

Buddhism

c)

Legalism

d)

Confucianism

31.

Legalism in ancient China is best known for its focus on:

a)

Respect for elders

b)

Harmony with nature

c)

Spiritual enlightenment

d)

Strict laws and harsh punishments

32.

Who is traditionally considered the founder of Daoism?

a)

Confucius

b)

Laozi

c)

Mencius

d)

Han Feizi

33.

On which continent is China located?

a)

South America

b)

Africa

c)

Asia

d)

Europe

34.

China is part of which continent?

a)

Asia

b)

Antarctica

c)

South America

d)

Europe

35.

You took a virtual field trip to Ancient China. Name the place you visited and 3 facts you learned during your visit. Write in complete sentences.

4 lines
36.

What is 1 main city in China today?

a)

Pluto

b)
Xi'an
c)
Chengdu
d)

Tianjin

37.

What is the definition of oracle bones?

a)
Oracle bones are ancient Chinese coins used for trade.
b)
Oracle bones are decorative pottery used in rituals.
c)
Oracle bones are ancient scrolls containing historical records.
d)
Oracle bones are inscribed turtle shells or animal bones used for divination in ancient China.
38.

What is the definition Mandate of Heaven?

a)
A law that governs trade between dynasties.
b)
A religious ceremony to appoint a new emperor.
c)
A military strategy used to conquer neighboring states.
d)
The Mandate of Heaven is the divine right to rule granted to Chinese emperors based on their virtue and ability to govern.
39.

What are taotie mask?

a)
Taotie masks are ancient Chinese decorative motifs characterized by stylized faces, commonly found on bronze vessels.
b)
Taotie masks are modern fashion accessories.
c)
Taotie masks are used in contemporary dance performances.
d)
Taotie masks are a type of ancient Chinese pottery.
40.

What is a popular holiday in China?

a)
Spring Festival (Chinese New Year)
b)
National Day
c)
Mid-Autumn Festival
d)
Dragon Boat Festival
41.

What is the official language in China?

a)
Spanish
b)
Mandarin
c)
English
d)
Cantonese
42.

What is the Analect?

a)
A historical novel about Confucius.
b)
The Analects is a collection of sayings of Confucius.
c)
A philosophical treatise on ethics.
d)
A biography of Confucius's life.
43.

What currency of money is used in China today?

a)
Yen (JPY)
b)
Renminbi (RMB) / Yuan (CNY)
c)
Euro (EUR)
d)
Dollar (USD)