Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism

During the Ghost Festival, what types of offerings are made to the hungry ghosts?

• Fresh fruits and vegetables

• Chips, biscuits, and wine

• Cooked meats and grains

• Flowers and candles

Which of the following actions is considered a way to attract unwanted attention from ghosts during the Ghost Festival?

• Burning incense

• Hanging clothes outside at night

• Performing operas

• Floating paper lanterns on water

What are the five officially recognized religions in China?

• Hinduism, Sikhism, Judaism, Shintoism, Zoroastrianism

• Buddhism, Catholicism, Islam, Protestantism, Daoism

• Confucianism, Shintoism, Jainism, Baha'i Faith, Taoism

• Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism, Buddhism

What are the "Three Teachings of China" that are considered complementary rather than rivals?

• Buddhism, Confucianism, Daoism

• Confucianism, Legalism, Mohism

• Buddhism, Hinduism, Shintoism

• Daoism, Legalism, Buddhism

Confucius believed society could be improved through which three main principles?

• Humility, generosity, and wisdom

• Filial piety, humaneness, and ritual propriety

• Courage, justice, and temperance

• Loyalty, honesty, and perseverance

Which of the following are core Confucian values that continue to influence Chinese culture?

• Li (ritual propriety) and Xiao (filial piety)

• Wu Wei (non-action) and Yin-Yang (duality)

• Karma (action and consequence) and Samsara (rebirth)

• Dharma (righteous conduct) and Artha (material prosperity)

What does "The Dao" primarily represent in Daoist philosophy?

• A personal deity who created the universe.

• A set of moral laws for human conduct.

• The mysterious source of all existence, an impersonal cosmic power.

• A historical figure who founded Daoism.

What is a key characteristic of "The Dao" as described in the Daodejing?

• It can be fully understood and described through language.

• It is a concept that is inherently unknowable and cannot be fully expressed.

• It is a set of strict rules that must be followed precisely.

• It is a historical record of ancient Chinese emperors.

What are "Yangsheng" practices in Daoism designed to achieve?

• To accumulate material wealth and social status.

• To nourish life and connect with the Dao through practices like breathing, movement, and meditation.

• To prepare for military combat and self-defense.

• To strictly adhere to a rigid set of religious dogmas.

What is "Chinese Popular Religion"?

• A formal, organized religion with a single sacred text and a unified clergy.

• A broad term for beliefs and practices that exist in the general Chinese population, often passed down through generations.

• A modern political movement advocating for religious freedom in China.

• A specific sect of Buddhism unique to China.