9.3 unit test

Question 1

The Sui Dynasty was founded by Emperor Wen after overthrowing:

Accepted Answer

The Northern Zhou Dynasty

Question 2

What were Ashoka’s Edicts?

Accepted Answer

Rock and pillar edicts to spread messages of ethics, and Dhamma.

Question 3

What does it mean to "devote" oneself to something?

Accepted Answer

To dedicate a large part of one's time or resources

Question 4

The first historically verified Chinese dynasty was:

Accepted Answer

Shang

Question 5

What administrative change did the Qin Dynasty implement?

Accepted Answer

Centralized bureaucracy with imperial-appointed governors

Question 6

How did Confucianism shape government practices?

Accepted Answer

It encouraged meritocracy and the civil service system

Question 7

What Tang Dynasty invention revolutionized the spread of knowledge?

Accepted Answer

Woodblock Printing

Question 8

What does the concept of Enlightenment refer to in Buddhism?

Accepted Answer

Understanding the true nature of reality and suffering

Question 9

The Grand Canal was built to connect which two rivers?

Accepted Answer

Yellow (Huang He) and Yangtze (Chang Jiang)

Question 10

The Gupta Empire is often regarded as the "Golden Age of India" due to its remarkable achievements.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 11

According to Hindu beliefs, what do you need to achieve good Karma?

Accepted Answer

Good Dharma

Question 12

Why were early Chinese cities like Anyang fortified with walls?

Accepted Answer

To serve as political and religious centers

Question 13

What practice is central to both Hinduism and Buddhism, helping individuals achieve a state of calm and clarity?

Accepted Answer

Meditation

Question 14

Samurai were members of:

Accepted Answer

The Japanese warrior caste

Question 15

When did Ashoka convert to Buddhism?

Accepted Answer

After the bloody Kalinga War.

Question 16

What led to the downfall of the Qin Dynasty in 206 BCE?

Accepted Answer

Harsh policies and widespread rebellion

Question 17

The Great Wall of China was originally built to:

Accepted Answer

Defend against northern nomadic invasions

Question 18

What was the largest city in the Indus Valley Civilization?

Accepted Answer

Mohenjo-Daro

Question 19

What concept did the Zhou Dynasty introduce to justify the ruler's authority?

Accepted Answer

Mandate of Heaven

Question 20

Which major trade route emerged during the Han Dynasty?

Accepted Answer

The Silk Road

Question 21

In Buddhism, Nirvana refers to:

Accepted Answer

The end of self and reunion with the great world soul

Question 22

The Terracotta Army was built to guard:

Accepted Answer

Qin Shi Huang’s mausoleum

Question 23

Which philosophy influenced the Qin Dynasty’s strict legal policies?

Accepted Answer

Legalism

Question 24

Who unified the Mongol tribes in 1206?

Accepted Answer

Genghis Khan, Mr. Leerkes

Question 25

One reason many people reverted to Hinduism after converting to Buddhism was:

Accepted Answer

The adaptability of Hindu practices, which incorporated Buddhist elements

Question 26

Which philosophy continues to influence East Asian societies today?

Accepted Answer

Confucianism

Question 27

What system did the Han Dynasty refine to select government officials?

Accepted Answer

Civil Service Exams

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