Ancient China Slides 16-22

What was the main occupation of artisans in ancient China?

• Merchants who traded goods
• Farmers who grew crops
• Skilled workers who made useful objects
• Aristocrats who owned large estates

What were the main responsibilities of men in ancient China?

• Raising children and tending to their education
• Growing crops, attending school, running for government, and fighting wars
• Creating useful objects and artwork
• Managing trade and commerce

What did Hanfeizi believe was necessary to force people to do their duty?

• Strict and harsh punishments
• Education and training
• Rewards and incentives
• Encouragement and support

Which social class in ancient China owned large estates and were surrounded by walls for protection?

• Aristocrats
• Farmers
• Artisans
• Merchants

Who introduced Legalism and believed that humans are naturally evil?

• Laozi
• Hanfeizi
• Confucius
• Mencius

What is the main difference between Daoism and Confucianism?

• Daoism focuses on turning away from worldly desires, while Confucianism emphasizes social responsibilities
• Daoism promotes strict punishments, while Confucianism advocates for harmony
• Daoism values wealth and power, while Confucianism values simplicity
• Daoism believes in the natural evil of humans, while Confucianism believes in inherent goodness

Which philosophy believed that people should free themselves from worldly desires and live simply?

• Legalism
• Buddhism
• Confucianism
• Daoism

Why were farmers and artisans more respected than merchants in ancient China?

• People believed merchants worked only for their own gain, not for the good of society
• Farmers and artisans had higher social status
• Merchants were not part of the social hierarchy
• Merchants were considered lazy and unskilled

Who is considered the founder of Daoism?

• Confucius
• Laozi
• Hanfeizi
• Mencius

What is the practice of Filial piety in early Chinese families?

• Respecting and obeying parents, and taking care of them as they grow older
• Challenging traditional family values
• Ignoring family responsibilities
• Neglecting elderly family members