Quiz on the Song Dynasty and Confucianism

What was the time period during which the Song Dynasty was a major power in China?

• 800-900

• 960-1279

• 1100-1300

• 1000-1100

Which philosophy defined Chinese culture during the Song Dynasty?

• Buddhism

• Taoism

• Confucianism

• Legalism

What is the definition of a state according to the document?

• A territory with multiple governments

• A territory that is politically organized under a single government

• A territory with no government

• A territory with a temporary government

What is the concept of Filial Piety in Confucianism?

• The virtue of children obeying and honoring their parents and ancestors

• The idea of children leading their families

• The belief in children being independent

• The practice of children teaching their parents

What does the term "Imperial Bureaucracy" refer to in the context of the Song Dynasty?

• A democratic government system

• A government entity arranged in a hierarchical fashion that carries out the will of the emperor

• A system of local governance

• A military-led government

What happened to women's property rights in Song China?

• Women retained full control over their property.

• Women's property became their husband's property.

• Women could sell their property freely.

• Women shared property equally with their husbands.

What was a key feature of the imperial bureaucracy during the Song Dynasty?

• Jobs were awarded based on social status.

• Jobs were awarded based on connections.

• Jobs were awarded based on merit.

• Jobs were awarded based on wealth.

Which country adopted a similar civil service examination and Buddhism from China?

• Japan

• Vietnam

• Korea

• Thailand

What is the ultimate goal of Buddhism according to the text?

• Achieving wealth

• Attaining Nirvana

• Gaining power

• Finding love

What does the Eightfold Path in Buddhism guide individuals towards?

• Wealth

• Enlightenment

• Power

• Fame