Chapter 7: Ancient China - Chapter Test A

How did natural barriers shape China’s civilization?

• Deserts prevented the development of agriculture.

• The rivers were unreliable and prevented productive farming.

• Deserts, mountains, and oceans isolated China somewhat from the rest of the world.

• Natural barriers had no impact on China’s civilization.

Which of the following is NOT true of the Chang Jiang River?

• A. It is the third longest river in the world.

• B. It is also called the Yellow River.

• C. It maintains a relatively predictable course.

• D. It helped unify China through transportation and trade.

What concept led to the dynastic cycle?

• The Mandate of Heaven

• Warring States

• filial piety

• Daoism

Which of the following Chinese philosophies promoted filial piety?

• Buddhism

• Legalism

• Daoism

• Confucianism

The Han rulers replaced Legalism with which of the following?

• A. Daoism

• B. Buddhism

• C. bureaucracy

• D. Confucianism

Which of the following was NOT true of the Han dynasty?

• A. Taxes were lowered and especially harsh laws were ended.

• B. The dynasty was very short-lived because the rulers were not wise.

• C. Appointed officials had to pass an examination on Confucianism.

• D. Peasants were required to work only one month per year on public projects.

Which of the following is one of ancient China’s most important inventions?

• the sextant

• paper

• an improved plow

• terra cotta

Which of the following is the best description of the Silk Roads?

• The Silk Roads were overland routes connecting China with Europe.

• The Silk Roads were land and maritime routes connecting China with Asia, Europe, and Africa.

• The Silk Roads ran through Russia to northern Europe.

• The Silk Roads were not used after 100 B.C.

Which of the following is NOT true about trade on the Silk Roads?

• A. Traders often bartered items for other goods.

• B. Traders used different currencies to pay for items.

• C. Traders used a single currency to pay for items.

• D. Many traders carried no money at all.

What religion spread from India to China?

• Hinduism

• Confucianism

• Buddhism

• none of these