How did the ideas of Confucius support feudalism?

He taught that everyone had a role and it had to be followed.

In traditional India, the caste system and the Hindu beliefs in karma and reincarnation most directly resulted in...

the establishment of a set of rules for each individual in the society

The doctrine supported by the Qin Dynasty…

Broke the power of the lords in order to enhance the power of the emperor.

What is the key difference between Hinduism and Buddhism?

Buddhists believe that Enlightenment can be reached in one lifetime

The Egyptian concept of theocracy and the Chinese belief in the Mandate of Heaven were both based on _____.

the idea that political power comes from a Supreme Being

Which best reflects an ideal of Confucianism?

A good ruler shows virtue when leading by example.

Confucian social relationships:

Insisted upon reciprocal/mutual duties of the people.

The “untouchable” caste in Ancient India…

Was considered impure and polluted because of the work they did.

Which of the following could be used as evidence to argue that the caste system still exists in India today?

Statistics showing the percentage of people living in poverty in India.

Which of the following actions would be taken by a government using legalism?

Leaders would enact harsh laws and judges would dispense severe punishments

According to Confucius, the key to a successful society is that:

people should follow what is expected of them.

In what way is legalism different than Confucianism?

Legalism = order was through strict laws and harsh punishment.

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Fine windblown yellow soil
Moksha
Filial Piety
Caste
Loess
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In Hindu belief, the ultimate goal of existence, which is to achieve union with the Brahman
Moksha
Reincarnation
Dharma
Karma
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How did the ideas of Confucius support feudalism?
He taught that respect for parents was above all duties.
He taught that everyone had a role and it had to be followed.
He taught that peasants did not have the ability to raise their class.
He taught that the caste system was the key to enlightenment.
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In traditional India, the caste system and the Hindu beliefs in karma and reincarnation most directly resulted in...
the establishment of a set of rules for each individual in the society
a strong belief in the importance of education
a strong emphasis on the acquisition of wealth
the rapid growth of the economy
5
In Hindu belief, all the actions that affect a person’s fate in the next life
Reincarnation
Dharma
Moksha
Karma
6
In Hindu belief, the rebirth of a soul in another bodily form
Karma
Moksha
Dharma
Reincarnation
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Respect for parents
Dharma
Filial Piety
Moksha
Karma
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The ruler claimed to be chosen by gods and used this claim as an excuse to overthrow a previous dynasty
Moksha
Mandate of Heaven
Golden Age
Dynastic Cycle
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The doctrine supported by the Qin Dynasty…
Required that citizens fulfill the responsibilities assigned to their roles
Broke the power of the lords in order to enhance the power of the emperor.
Encouraged education, new ideas, and tolerated criticism of the state.
Created a system of mutual exchange between emperors and lords.
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In Ancient India, Hindu people believed that their caste could be changed by:
the law of karma.
finding higher paying jobs.
Imperial Decree
marriage
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What is the key difference between Hinduism and Buddhism?
Buddhists believe that Enlightenment can be reached in one lifetime
Hindus believe that leaders are minor gods.
Buddhists believe in Enlightenment through the caste system.
Buddhists believe that Karma dictates the achievement of Enlightenment
12
The caste system in India _____.
reflects democratic ideals
encourages social mobility
provides economic equality
promotes discrimination
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The Egyptian concept of theocracy and the Chinese belief in the Mandate of Heaven were both based on _____.
a constitution that defines individual rights
the principle of democratic election of rulers
the idea that political power comes from a Supreme Being
the division of power between the nobility and the king
14
Which best reflects an ideal of Confucianism?
We must rid our country of all foreign influences.
The pharaoh rules as a god.
The laws of nature, not government, should rule society.
A good ruler shows virtue when leading by example.
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In Hindu belief, a person’s religious and moral duties
Moksha
Karma
Dharma
Reincarnation
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A period of great cultural achievement
Mandate of Heaven
Nirvana
Dynastic Cycle
Golden Age
17
Rise and fall of Chinese dynasties according to the Mandate of Heaven
Nirvana
Dynastic Cycle
Mandate of Heaven
Golden Age
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Confucian social relationships:
Used rewards for correct behavior and punishments for transgressions.
Taught its practitioners to seek inner harmony with the natural way
Were based on universal love and forgiveness.
Insisted upon reciprocal/mutual duties of the people.
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The “untouchable” caste in Ancient India…
Could not be touched because they were too high on the social structure.
No longer exists.
Could never reach Enlightenment in any amount of lives.
Was considered impure and polluted because of the work they did.
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The teachings of Confucius encouraged people to _____.
put their own interests first
follow a code of moral conduct
believe in reincarnation
reject government authority
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Which of the following would be considered a religious practice?
Ancestor Worship
Enlightenment
The afterlife
Karma
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Which of the following was the largest of the four groups in the Chinese feudal system?
Emperors/Nobility
Lords/Landowners
Peasants
Army
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Which of the following could be used as evidence to argue that the caste system still exists in India today?
Data showing similar performance among students of various economic groups.
A census showing the racial and ethnic demographics of modern India
Statistics showing the percentage of people living in poverty in India.
Mobility data comparing citizens’ jobs and income compared to their parents
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In traditional Indian society, an unchangeable social group into which a person is born
Dharma
Caste
Karma
Moksha
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Which of the following actions would be taken by a government using legalism?
Efforts would be made to reduce the differences between social classes.
Leaders would enact harsh laws and judges would dispense severe punishments
Judges make decisions after consulting previous cases and legal documents.
Government officials would lead the people by example to teach them.
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According to Confucius, the key to a successful society is that:
the ruler should be chosen democratically.
the evil in humanity must be eliminated.
ancestor worship should be discontinued.
people should follow what is expected of them.
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In what way is legalism different than Confucianism?
Legalism = people would follow the lead of a good and and fair leader.
Legalism = order was through strict laws and harsh punishment.
Confucianism = order was through strict laws and harsh punishment.
Confucianism = all people are naturally evil.
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In Buddhist belief, union with the universe and release from the cycle of rebirth
Nirvana
Moksha
Karma
Reincarnation

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