Dynasties of China

What was the primary role of the Shang Dynasty in ancient China?

• Establishing the Silk Road

• Developing a writing system

• Building the Great Wall

• Introducing Buddhism

Which concept was used by the Zhou Dynasty to justify their rule over China?

• Confucianism

• Mandate of Heaven

• Taoism

• Legalism

Who was the last ruler of the Shang Dynasty?

• King Wen

• Di Xin

• King Wu

• Emperor Qin

What is the main idea behind the Mandate of Heaven?

• The ruler is chosen by the people

• The ruler is chosen by divine right

• The ruler is chosen by military strength

• The ruler is chosen by wealth

How did the concept of feudalism manifest in the Zhou Dynasty?

• Through centralized government control

• By dividing land among nobles

• By establishing trade routes

• Through democratic elections

Explain how Confucianism influenced the social structure of ancient China.

• It promoted equality among all classes

• It emphasized hierarchical relationships

• It encouraged rebellion against authority

• It focused on economic prosperity

What was a key difference between Confucianism and Taoism?

• Confucianism focuses on nature, while Taoism focuses on society

• Confucianism emphasizes social order, while Taoism emphasizes harmony with nature

• Confucianism is a religion, while Taoism is a philosophy

• Confucianism promotes individualism, while Taoism promotes collectivism

Identify a major contribution of the Zhou Dynasty to Chinese civilization.

• The invention of gunpowder

• The development of the feudal system

• The construction of the Forbidden City

• The introduction of Buddhism

What was the significance of the Mandate of Heaven in maintaining the legitimacy of a dynasty?

• It allowed rulers to claim divine support for their rule

• It required rulers to be elected by the people

• It mandated rulers to be of noble birth

• It ensured rulers were the wealthiest individuals

Describe the role of Di Xin in the fall of the Shang Dynasty.

• He expanded the empire to its greatest extent

• His tyrannical rule led to rebellion and the dynasty's collapse

• He introduced major economic reforms

• He was a peaceful ruler who maintained stability