Dynasties and Literature Development:
Which dynasty was known for literature written to entertain the common literate Chinese?
Ming Dynasty.
What is the "Book of Changes" known for?
It is a book of divination based on eight trigrams from the Zhou Dynasty.
Name two distinguished poets from classical Chinese literature.
Li Po and Tu Fu.
During which period did modern Chinese literature begin?
Qing Period (1895–1911).
What is the Classic of Poetry also known as in Chinese?
Shijing.
What major printing invention was developed during the Tang Dynasty?
Woodblock printing.
How many poems are in the "Classic of Poetry"?
305 poems.
Who were two notable prose writers from early Chinese literature?
Mencius and Zhuang Zhi.
What kind of climate sparked the beginning of modern Chinese literature?
A nationalistic climate that promoted active intellectual pursuit.
Which book is known for shaping Confucian thought in ancient China?
Analects of Confucius.
Which dynasty introduced movable type printing?
Song Dynasty.
What types of poems are included in the "Classic of Poetry"?
Folk and festival poems, hymns, and eulogies.
What was the main characteristic of Tang Dynasty prose?
The emergence of a neoclassic style of prose.
Who used vernacular writing to reach people without a classical education?
Li Boyuan.
How did the Song Dynasty contribute to the spread of literature?
Through the introduction of movable type printing, making literature more accessible.
What was the impact of woodblock and movable type printing on Chinese literature?
It led to the widespread propagation of literature across the country.
Which text is considered a collection of documents and speeches from rulers and officials?
The Classic of History.
Who was a major essayist that advocated for the return of Confucian orthodoxy?
Han Yu.
What topics did Li Boyuan focus on in his writings?
Social and political issues.
Which dynasty is credited with the emergence of neoclassicism in prose?
The Tang Dynasty.
What does the "Classic of Rites" describe?
Ancient rites and ceremonies.
Which writer was also an archaeologist and politician, known for using symbolism and classical illustrations in his works?
Liu E.
What was Li Boyuan’s primary literary approach?
Writing in vernacular language to make his works accessible to those without a classical education.