Define Dynastic cycle.

a pattern of the rise and fall of dynasties

What happened during the Warring States period?

Large Chinese states fought for power

What was the Mandate of Heaven?

A concept that said rulers were given authority to rule from the gods

The term dharma refers to

Need to do what is expected of you.

Civil Service Examinations are...

tests given to qualify candidates for positions in government

Which one of these is not one of the 4 noble truths

Suffering is caused by the government

What is the definition of reincarnation?

Process through which a person goes from one life to another

A belief that humanity needs strict rules and punishments

What does filial piety mean?

Obedience and respect for your parents and elders.

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1
What is the caste system?
economical structure
a religion
political system of power
social structure
2
Define Dynastic cycle.
when a dynasty is overthrown
a pattern of the rise and fall of dynasties
approval from the gods
evaporation of water into the atmosphere
3
What happened during the Warring States period?
Large Chinese states fought for power
The Qin empire won control of the states
China fought to protect from invaders
Clan leaders set up military states
4
What was the Mandate of Heaven?
A concept that said rulers were given authority to rule from the gods
A set of laws that were dictated from the gods
The name of a legendary dragon from Chinese mythology
What the Ancient Chinese called their king
5
The term dharma refers to
The lowest caste in the varna.
The most important goddess in Hinduism.
Need to do what is expected of you.
The achievement of ultimate release from the wheel of life.
6
Hindus believe in Reincarnation
False
True
7
The Eightfold Path and Nirvana are beliefs of which religion?
Buddhism
Christianity
Daoism
Islam
8
Civil Service Examinations are...
exams given to qualify as emperor
tests given to enter into the Chinese Military
tests given to qualify candidates for positions in government
9
Which one of these is not one of the 4 noble truths
Overcome desires by following the 8th fold path
Life is filled with suffering and sorrow
Suffering is caused by the government
End suffering by ending desires
10
What is the definition of reincarnation?
When you die
When you are born
Process through which a person goes from one life to another
When you become one with Brahman
11
Legalism is...
A belief that humanity needs strict rules and punishments
A belief that all people should be treated equally
12
What philosophy did the Qin Dynasty follow?
Confucianism
Followed there own path
Daoism
Legalism
13
Buddhists Believe In Reincarnation
False
True
14
What does filial piety mean?
The way to enlightenment is through nirvana.
Obedience and respect for your parents and elders.
All the universe is connected through the yin-yang.
To obedience and respect for your government.

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