According to Taoism, what is the greatest enemy of humans?

Attempting to improve on nature.

Which of the following statements best describes Taoists’ views on nature?

Nature is a reflection of the Tao.

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IB World Religions Taoism Review

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Questions 15

Answers

1
Which of the following best describes the nature of the Tao?
Water
Wind
Fire
Mountain
2
Which of the following concepts is centered on "effortless action" or "inaction"?
An Empty Bowl
Chi
Wu Wei
Yin Yang
3
This concept refers to all the material and stuff in life that can distract us from the Tao.
Wu Wei
10,000 Things
Tao Te Ching
Uncarved Block
4
According to Taoism, what is the greatest enemy of humans?
Attempting to improve on nature.
The temptation of evil spirits.
The harsh forces of the world.
An unaccomplished life.
5
Which of the following is NOT valued by Taoists?
Passiveness
Cleverness
Wisdom
Stillness
6
What is the goal of life for Taoists?
Achieve a favorable rebirth
Learn as much as one can about the Tao
Reach heaven
Alignment to the Tao
7
According to Taoism, what is the human condition?
Humans suffer due to sin.
Humans are distracted by desires.
Humans are out of balance.
Humans are partly evil.
8
One’s vital energy is known as their
Tao
Chi
Tao Te Ching
Wu Wei
9
Which of the following is of extreme value due to its unlimited potential?
An Empty Glass
Uncarved Block of Wood
Brick of Clay
A Blank Canvas
10
According to Taoism, where are humans going?
To reincarnation based on our actions.
To heaven or hell.
To alignment with the Tao.
Returning to nature.
11
Which of the following is a symbol of balance and complimenting opposites?
Yin and Yang
Wu Wei
10,000 Things
Uncarved Block of Wood
12
What is the best description for the Tao?
Energy
Path
Nature
Way
13
Who is created with starting Taoism?
Lao Tzu
Siddharta Gutama
Dali Lama
Confucious
14
What is the holy book for Taoists?
Vedas
Dead Sea Scrolls
Hadith
Tao Te Ching
15
Which of the following statements best describes Taoists’ views on nature?
Nature is to be feared.
Nature is to be conquered.
Nature is a reflection of the Tao.
Nature is a distraction.

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IB World Religions Taoism Review

15 termsStudBud Administration225 plays

A review of Taoist principles for the IB World Religions exam.

Flashcards15 cardsFPractice quizPHost liveL

Questions 15

Answers

1
Which of the following best describes the nature of the Tao?
Water
Wind
Fire
Mountain
2
Which of the following concepts is centered on "effortless action" or "inaction"?
An Empty Bowl
Chi
Wu Wei
Yin Yang
3
This concept refers to all the material and stuff in life that can distract us from the Tao.
Wu Wei
10,000 Things
Tao Te Ching
Uncarved Block
4
According to Taoism, what is the greatest enemy of humans?
Attempting to improve on nature.
The temptation of evil spirits.
The harsh forces of the world.
An unaccomplished life.
5
Which of the following is NOT valued by Taoists?
Passiveness
Cleverness
Wisdom
Stillness
6
What is the goal of life for Taoists?
Achieve a favorable rebirth
Learn as much as one can about the Tao
Reach heaven
Alignment to the Tao
7
According to Taoism, what is the human condition?
Humans suffer due to sin.
Humans are distracted by desires.
Humans are out of balance.
Humans are partly evil.
8
One’s vital energy is known as their
Tao
Chi
Tao Te Ching
Wu Wei
9
Which of the following is of extreme value due to its unlimited potential?
An Empty Glass
Uncarved Block of Wood
Brick of Clay
A Blank Canvas
10
According to Taoism, where are humans going?
To reincarnation based on our actions.
To heaven or hell.
To alignment with the Tao.
Returning to nature.
11
Which of the following is a symbol of balance and complimenting opposites?
Yin and Yang
Wu Wei
10,000 Things
Uncarved Block of Wood
12
What is the best description for the Tao?
Energy
Path
Nature
Way
13
Who is created with starting Taoism?
Lao Tzu
Siddharta Gutama
Dali Lama
Confucious
14
What is the holy book for Taoists?
Vedas
Dead Sea Scrolls
Hadith
Tao Te Ching
15
Which of the following statements best describes Taoists’ views on nature?
Nature is to be feared.
Nature is to be conquered.
Nature is a reflection of the Tao.
Nature is a distraction.