Daily Life in Ancient China

What job did most of the people in Ancient China have?

• Government officials

• Craftsman

• Farmers

• Merchants

The life of a farmer in Ancient China was an easy and relaxed life filled with luxury.

• True

• False

What did the farmers have to do in order to serve the government?

• Serve in the military

• Pay taxes

• Work on construction projects

• All of the above

What was the main food crop in southern China?

• Rice

• Wheat

• Potatoes

• Corn

What type of jobs did people have in the city?

• Government officials

• Craftsmen

• Merchants

• All of the above

Who was considered the head of the house in Ancient China?

• Grandmother

• Mother

• Father

• Son

What kids generally attended school?

• All kids were educated

• Rich boys

• Rich boys and girls

• Rich girls

Women were held in high regard & were respected on the same level as men in Ancient China.

• True

• False

What class of workers were considered the lowest class?

• Merchants

• Craftsman

• Soldiers

• Farmers

Why did women have their feet bound?

• Because it helped them run fast

• Because small feet were considered attractive

• Because shoes were expensive

• Because it helped them dance better