Ancient China Study Guide

What is a dynasty?

• A succession of rulers from the same family

• A government led by a single political party

• A religious community

• A system of hereditary membership in a club

Who is a warlord?

• A military leader who exercises power through force.

• A peaceful political leader.

• A non-military diplomat.

• A civilian activist.

What is legalism?

• Legalism is the belief in the absolute authority of laws, emphasizing strict adherence to them.

• Legalism means unconditional freedom of expression.

• Legalism is the art of persuasive argument without regard to established laws.

• Legalism is the practice of leniency in the application of rules.

Who were the monarchs in Ancient China?

• Emperors of China

• Pharaohs of Egypt

• Sultans of the Ottoman Empire

• Kings of Europe

What is the Terracotta Army?

• A collection of terracotta sculptures depicting the armies of Qin Shi Huang

• A trail of ceramic figurines used in religious rites

• A series of decorative statues found in ancient pottery workshops

• A set of clay models used in ancient Chinese theatrical performances

True or False: China developed its culture independently, with little influence from other civilizations.

• True

• False

What happens when a new family takes control in Ancient China?

• A new dynasty is established.

• The new family is merely a ceremonial figurehead.

• The ruling family continues to govern through a coalition.

• There is a temporary power vacuum with no clear leadership.

Name the three philosophies of Ancient China.

• The three philosophies of Ancient China are Confucianism, Daoism (Taoism), and Legalism.

• The three philosophies of Ancient China are Buddhism, Confucianism, and Shinto.

• The three philosophies of Ancient China are Rationalism, Empiricism, and Skepticism.

• The three philosophies of Ancient China are Existentialism, Stoicism, and Romanticism.

What are the Five Relationships according to Confucianism?

• The Five Relationships according to Confucianism are: 1. Ruler and Subject, 2. Father and Son, 3. Husband and Wife, 4. Elder Brother and Younger Brother, 5. Friend and Friend.

• The Five Relationships according to Confucianism are: 1. Ruler and Subject, 2. Mother and Daughter, 3. Teacher and Student, 4. Elder Sister and Younger Sister, 5. Colleague and Colleague.

• The Five Relationships according to Confucianism are: 1. Emperor and Minister, 2. Parent and Child, 3. Husband and Wife, 4. Teacher and Pupil, 5. Senior and Junior.

• The Five Relationships according to Confucianism are: 1. Leader and Follower, 2. Brother and Sister, 3. Owner and Servant, 4. Mentor and Mentee, 5. Friend and Friend.

What is the book of teachings by Laozi called?

• The book of teachings by Laozi is called the Tao Te Ching.

• The book of teachings by Laozi is called the Analects.

• The book of teachings by Laozi is called the Art of War.

• The book of teachings by Laozi is called the I Ching.