Tao Te Ching
The Art of War
Authors purpose for "Tao Te Ching"
Authors purpose for "The Art of War"
Compare & contrast
100

What is the authors name of "Tao Te Ching"?

Who is Lao Tzu

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What is the authors name of "The Art of War"?

Who is Sun Tzu

100

What is the theme of the entire story of "Tao Te Ching"

What is simplicity, patience, and compassion

100

What self discovory did Sun Tzu discover about him self?

intelligent fighting was based on tactful decisions on when and how to fight

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True or false: The authors are related because they have the same last name; Tzu

False 

200

How many colors does the Yin Yang symbol have

2

200

How many chapters are in "The Art of War"?

13

200

What inspired the Lao Tzu to write Tao Te Ching?

The Chinese philosophy of Taoism

200

What is the main message of The Art of War?

War should be avided with diplomacy

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True or False: Both the "Tao Te Ching" and "The Art of War" are ancient Chinese stories.  

True

300

What does the black mean in the Yin Yang symbol

What is shadow, darkness, quiet, the moon

300

What is chapter 11 about in "The Art of War"?

What is the nine kinds of ground

300

What is the main idea of "Tao Te Ching"?

To restore harmony and tranquillity to a kingdom racked by widespread disorders

300

What are the main points of The Art of War?

"He will win who knows when to fight and when to not fight"

300

What do the authors have in common?

The both came from Chinese orgins

400

What does the white mean in the yin and yang symbol

What is warmth, positive energy, active motion, and the sun.

400

What are the 5 factors of "The Art of War"?

1. The moral law

2. Heaven

3. Earth

4. The commander

5. Method and discipline 

400

Why is balance important in Taoism 

it promotes harmony and stability in all aspects of life

400

What is the main lesson of "The Art of War"?

If you know the enemy and know yourself, you need not fear the result of a hundred battles

400

How is "The Art of War" different from "Tao Te Ching"

The Art of War mainly focuses on the military.

500

When was the Tao Te Ching written?

around 400BC

500

When was the art of war written ?

between 475 and 221 B.C.E.

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why is wisdom emphasized in Taoism?

it is intended to be utilized as a guide to daily living.

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What inspired the Sun Tzu to write art of war?

His victory in his wars 

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What is the connection between Taoism and The Art of War

They both were designed to help rulers and their assistants achieve victory and clarity