Ancient Chinese Civilization Quiz

Which river is associated with the emergence of the first farming villages in ancient China?

• Yellow River

• Yangtze River

• Ganges River

• Pearl River

Which dynasty is considered the first confirmed historical dynasty of China?

• Qin

• Xia

• Zhou

• Shang

What was a significant military advantage of the Shang dynasty?

• Gunpowder

• Crossbows

• Iron weapons

• War chariots

What was the primary reason the Zhou dynasty claimed the right to rule?

• Military conquest

• Mandate of Heaven

• Ancestral lineage

• Economic prosperity

What was the Zhou dynasty's approach to governance after overthrowing the Shang?

• Centralized control

• Economic reforms

• Religious ideology

• Democratic elections

During the Warring States period, how many main states were left in the battle for China?

• Seven

• Twelve

• Ten

• Five

What is the main focus of Sun Tzu's 'The Art of War'?

• Winning battles with minimal conflict

• Conquering new territories

• Building strong fortifications

• Training elite soldiers

Confucius emphasized the importance of which societal concept?

• Individual freedom

• Hierarchical order

• Economic equality

• Technological advancement

What was the main philosophical focus of Lao Tzu's teachings?

• Military strategy

• The Way (Dao)

• Economic prosperity

• The Mandate of Heaven

Which philosophy complemented Confucianism by focusing on personal and inner spirituality?

• Legalism

• Buddhism

• Taoism

• Mohism