Quiz on Daoism

Who is considered the founder of Daoism?

• Confucius

• Laozi

• Sun Tzu

• Mencius

What is another name for Daoism?

• Buddhism

• Confucianism

• Taoism

• Legalism

According to Daoism, what are the two opposite forces called?

• Yin and Yang

• Light and Dark

• Good and Evil

• Hot and Cold

What is the title of the book that contains Laozi's teachings?

• The Analects

• The Art of War

• The Daodejing

• The Book of Changes

What does the Daodejing teach about rulers?

• Rulers should enforce strict laws

• Rulers should interfere as little as possible

• Rulers should be feared

• Rulers should be wealthy

What is the significance of the Xiangu pass in Daoist legend?

• It was where Laozi was born

• It was where Laozi wrote his teachings

• It was where Laozi met Confucius

• It was where Laozi founded Daoism

What did Daoists notice about the elements of nature?

• They were chaotic and unpredictable

• They accepted their place in the world

• They were controlled by humans

• They were irrelevant to human life

What is the relationship between the Daodejing and the Analects?

• Both contain detailed rules for rulers

• Both are written by Laozi

• Both contain specific instructions about how to rule

• Both are about military strategy

What did Daoists believe about living in harmony?

• It is impossible to achieve

• It requires strict discipline

• It can be achieved by following the Dao

• It is only for the wealthy

What is the main focus of Daoism?

• Military conquest

• Harmony with nature

• Economic prosperity

• Political power