Quizs on Ancient Chinese Culture

The study of the stars, planets, and other features of outer space

• astrology

• astronomy

• geology

• meteorology

Silk was a highly prized commodity in ancient China.

• It was used primarily for clothing and textiles.

• It played a crucial role in ancient Chinese trade.

• It was mainly used for decorative purposes.

• It was considered a common material.

The study of ancient human history through excavation and analysis of artifacts

• anthropology

• archaeology

• history

• paleontology

Rebirth in a new form of life.

• reincarnation

• transmigration

• metamorphosis

• regeneration

Buddhism spread into China through cultural diffusion.

• Cultural diffusion of Buddhism in China.

• The rise of Confucianism in China.

• The influence of Taoism on Buddhism.

• The establishment of the Silk Road.

Beautiful Han dynasty porcelain is so strong that it still survives today.

• A. Fragility of Han dynasty porcelain.

• B. Durability of Han dynasty porcelain.

• C. Color variations in Han dynasty porcelain.

• D. The artistic styles of Han dynasty porcelain.

A high moral standard.

• virtue

• vice

• indifference

• selfishness

A Xiongnu was a nomad who wandered the open grasslands, called steppes.

• Nomadic lifestyle of the Xiongnu.

• Agricultural practices of the Xiongnu.

• Urban settlements of the Xiongnu.

• Trade routes established by the Xiongnu.

The compass was invented in ancient China and revolutionized navigation.

• Invention and impact of the compass in China.

• The compass was first used in Europe.

• The compass was invented in the Middle Ages.

• The compass is primarily used for fishing.

The Terracotta Army was buried with the first Emperor of China to protect him in the afterlife.

• To serve as a military force in the afterlife.

• To protect him in the afterlife.

• To entertain him in the afterlife.

• To provide companionship in the afterlife.