Philosophies of China

According to belief in the Mandate of Heaven, earthquakes and floods might be signs that

• the king did not govern well.

• the end of the world was near.

• the natural world ignored humans.

• the people did not obey the laws.

Which of these would Confucius have valued most highly?

• freedom

• riches

• creativity

• respect

Daoists taught that people could gain happiness by

• reading the ancient texts.

• living in harmony with nature.

• serving in government jobs.

• working hard to become wealthy.

What was the Legalist view of human nature?

• People are naturally curious.

• People are basically selfish.

• People are motivated by love.

• People want to do what is right.

Who founded Legalism?

• Confucius

• Han Feizi

• Laozi

• Ms. Pierog

Who founded Confucianism?

• Confucius

• Han Feizi

• Laozi

• Ms. Pierog

Who founded Daoism?

• Confucius

• Han Feizi

• Laozi

• Ms. Pierog

How did the establishment of Confucianism influence the Chinese?

• It decreased the privileges of lower-class members.

• It decreased the importance of elder status.

• It placed more importance on healthy relationships with friends and family

Which statement would be agreeable with the teachings of Daoism?

• People cannot experience pleasure without pain.

• A life of scholarship and knowledge is a life well-spent.

• A strong government forces people to be the best citizens possible.

• The goal in life is to experience more yang ("sunlight") than yin ("shade").

What is a teaching of Legalism?

• The pursuit of self-interest is a good thing

• Government power should be shared

• Criticizing the government is off-limits

• It is encouraged to share negative opinions of government