Ancient China Slides 9-15

Which materials were used by Chinese artisans?

• Plastic and rubber
• Kaolin and jade
• Aluminum and steel
• Gold and silver

What was the period known as the 'Period of the Warring States' characterized by?

• Cultural exchange and artistic development
• Peaceful cooperation among states
• Economic prosperity and trade agreements
• Constant warfare and competition for power

What is the concept of the Mandate of Heaven?

• The belief that the Chinese king's right to rule came from the Gods
• The idea of divine intervention in human affairs
• The practice of appointing rulers through hereditary succession
• The concept of a democratic government

What was the last of the Shang rulers known for before they got overthrown by the Zhou?

• Being nice to his people
• Being a wicked tyrant
• Being helpful to other civilizations
• Being strong and wise

How long was the Zhou dynasty in Chinese history?

• It lasted for over 900 years
• It lasted for over 1,000 years
• It lasted for over 2,000 years
• It lasted for over 800 years

What was the central idea of Confucianism?

• The rejection of societal norms
• The pursuit of wealth and power
• The importance of individual freedom
• The concept of duty

Which of the following is an example of an object created by the Shang from bronze?

• Glassware
• Sculptures
• Wood carvings
• Pottery

What was the process of silk production in ancient China?

• Cotton weaving
• Raising silk worms
• Metalworking
• Leather tanning

Which three philosophies developed during the 'Period of the Warring States'?

• Judaism, Islam, Sikhism
• Confucianism, Daoism, Legalism
• Buddhism, Hinduism, Christianity
• Taoism, Shintoism, Jainism

How did the Zhou kings govern China?

• Through a democracy
• By relying on foreign advisors
• By appointing military generals
• With the help of a bureaucracy and a strong army