Confucianism
What is the main goal of Confucianism as a philosophy?
A. To achieve order through strict laws and harsh punishments
B. To live in complete freedom without rules
C. To avoid all involvement in social or political life
D. To create a harmonious society through respect, education, and moral behavior
D. To create a harmonious society through respect, education, and moral behavior
What is the main goal of Daoism as a philosophy?
A. To live in harmony with the natural flow of the universe (the Dao)
B. To gain power and control over others)
C. To follow strict laws and punishments
D. To become wealthy and successful in politics
A. To live in harmony with the natural flow of the universe (the Dao)
What is the main belief of Legalism about human nature and government?
A. People are naturally good and can be trusted to do the right thing without laws.
B. A strong ruler should lead with kindness and moral example.
C. The best government is one that stays out of people’s lives and lets nature take its course.
D. People are selfish by nature, so strict laws and harsh punishments are needed to keep order.
D. People are selfish by nature, so strict laws and harsh punishments are needed to keep order.
1. What is the main idea behind the Mandate of Heaven?
A. Kings are chosen by the people through voting.
B. A ruler is given the right to rule by gods, but only if they govern wisely and fairly.
C. Rulers stay in power forever, no matter how they act.
D. The emperor’s power comes from the army, not from heaven.
B. A ruler is given the right to rule by gods, but only if they govern wisely and fairly.
What does Fugui’s experience during the Chinese Civil War mainly reveal about the impact of war in To Live?
He becomes a brave and respected soldier.
He finds meaning by fighting for a political cause.
Ordinary people suffer greatly, and survival depends on chance.
He chooses to support the Communist Party and their goals.
3. Ordinary people suffer greatly, and survival depends on chance.
According to Confucianism, what is the most important part of a strong society?
A. Fear of government power
B. Strong family relationships and respect for elders
C. Strict punishment for crime
D. Competition and personal success
B. Strong family relationships and respect for elders
How does Daoism view government and leadership?
A. Daoism supports strong government control with many rules.
B. Daoism encourages leaders to use fear and punishment to maintain order.
C. Daoism believes leaders should rule as little as possible and let people live naturally.
D. Daoism believes in electing leaders through democratic voting.
C. Daoism believes leaders should rule as little as possible and let people live naturally.
What part of Legalism would most people today not agree with?
A.Legalism limits personal freedoms by focusing on strict laws and government control.
B. Legalism believes everyone should have equal power in government decisions.
C. Legalism encourages leaders to listen to the people before making laws.
D. Legalism supports voting and fair elections for leaders.
A. Legalism limits personal freedoms by focusing on strict laws and government control.
How could a dynasty lose the Mandate of Heaven?
A. If the ruler became too rich and powerful
B. If the dynasty stopped trading with other countries
C. If there were signs like natural disasters, corruption, or rebellion showing the ruler had lost favor with heaven
D. If the emperor wanted to give up the throne
C. If there were signs like natural disasters, corruption, or rebellion showing the ruler had lost favor with heaven
How did the death of Fugui's son represent the Great Leap Forward?
A. The Cultural Revolution’s emphasis on political loyalty leads to Fugui’s son being persecuted, illustrating how ideological campaigns often destroyed innocent lives and fractured families.
B. Fugui’s son benefits from the Cultural Revolution by gaining political power, showing how the movement created new opportunities for youth.
C. The political turmoil has little influence on Fugui’s son’s life, highlighting the resilience of families despite external chaos.
D. Fugui’s son escapes the effects of the Cultural Revolution by moving to a rural area, demonstrating how some avoided political conflicts.
A. The Cultural Revolution’s emphasis on political loyalty leads to Fugui’s son being persecuted, illustrating how ideological campaigns often destroyed innocent lives and fractured families.
How does Confucianism differ from Legalism?
A. Confucianism believes in leading through moral example, while Legalism focuses on controlling people with laws and punishments.
B. Confucianism teaches people to avoid society, while Legalism encourages kindness.
C. Confucianism supports total government control, while Legalism supports freedom.
D. Confucianism says humans are evil, while Legalism says they are naturally good.
A. Confucianism believes in leading through moral example, while Legalism focuses on controlling people with laws and punishments.
What does Daoism teach people to do in their daily lives?
A. Follow strict rules and obey the government at all times.
B. Compete with others to be the best in society.
C. Live simply, stay calm, and go with the flow of nature.
D. Work hard to become rich and powerful.
C. Live simply, stay calm, and go with the flow of nature.
What is one key difference between Legalism and Confucianism?
A. Legalism trusts people to do the right thing without rules; Confucianism does not.
B. Confucianism focuses on kindness and relationships, while Legalism relies on strict laws and punishments.
C. Legalism believes all people are naturally good; Confucianism sees people as bad.
D. Both Legalism and Confucianism believe the government should have little power.
B. Confucianism focuses on kindness and relationships, while Legalism relies on strict laws and punishments.
Why was the Mandate of Heaven important in Chinese history?
A. It was used to explain why dynasties rose and fell
B. It forced all rulers to follow Daoist teachings
C. It gave each dynasty the power to choose their religion
D. It said that emperors could never be replaced
A. It was used to explain why dynasties rose and fell
How does the death of Fugui’s daughter in To Live symbolize the impact of the Cultural Revolution?
A. It shows how the Cultural Revolution brought economic growth and stability to families.
B. It represent the inexperienced workers and the faults of the Cultural Revolution
C. It highlights how families became closer through shared political goals.
D. It suggests that the Cultural Revolution had little effect on ordinary people’s lives.
B. It represent the inexperienced workers and the faults of the Cultural Revolution