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Discuss the role that Qin Shihuangdi played in the unification of China.What were the foundations of his political philosophy?

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Question 2

What are the fundamental ideas and values of Confucianism? Make sure to include the concepts of ren,li,and xiao in your answer.

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Confucianism is a philosophical and ethi...

Question 3

The dividing line between the Former Han and the Later Han is marked by

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A)   a bloody civil war.
B)   invasion by the Xiongnu.
C)   the brief rule of an usurper.
D)   a brief resurgence of Qin power.
E)   the appearance of Buddhism in China.F) A) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 4

The collection of Confucian sayings and teachings is known as the

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A)   Mencius.
B)   Memoirs of a Philosopher.
C)   Analects.
D)   Reflections on a Quiet Life.
E)   Reflections on Things at Hand.F) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 5

Examine the Chinese view of action and inaction as expressed in philosophy.Could this view change the world for the better?

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In Chinese philosophy, the concept of ac...

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The philosophy of Confucius

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A)   formed a thoroughly practical and secular approach to life.
B)   called for a strict adherence to the will of the gods.
C)   addressed abstruse philosophical questions.
D)   was deeply religious.
E)   was inspired by the Hindu Upanishads.F) A) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 7

Shang Yang and Han Feizi hoped to control China's subjects

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A)   through religious devotion.
B)   through ruthless strengthening and expansion of the state.
C)   by adhering to certain classic Confucian concepts such as ren and li.
D)   with a well-meaning government designed to bring out the inherent goodness of human beings.
E)   by building peasant support through democratic reforms.F) None of the above
G) A) and E)

Question 8

Fifteen thousand terra-cotta soldiers were unearthed in the tomb of

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A)   Maodun.
B)   Wang Mang.
C)   Xiongnu.
D)   Liu Bang.
E)   Qin Shihuangdi.F) D) and E)
G) C) and D)

Question 9

Wang Mang

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A)   was primarily known for his adherence to Legalist doctrines.
B)   was famous for creating a new and lasting dynasty.
C)   stood as the greatest single military threat during the Later Han period.
D)   was a Daoist term referring to disengagement from the world.
E)   carried out reforms so revolutionary that he is known as the "socialist emperor."F) A) and B)
G) All of the above

Question 10

Examine the reign of Han Wudi.What challenges did he face and how did he overcome them? How has he influenced Chinese history?

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Han Wudi, also known as Emperor Wu of Ha...

Question 11

In an effort to bring about effective governmental control,the Legalists

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A)   relied on the example set by hard-working junzi.
B)   stressed that the peasants should follow the Daoist doctrine of inaction.
C)   established the principle of collective responsibility before the law.
D)   stressed the need for education.
E)   suggested that each individual Hindu focus on his or her caste duties.F) C) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 12

How did the early Han contribute to the unification of China?

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The early Han contributed to the unifica...

Question 13

The first proclaimed emperor of the unified Chinese state was Qin Shihuangdi.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Confucius believed that political and social harmony

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A)   came from a retreat into a quiet life of meditation.
B)   arose from the proper ordering of human relationships.
C)   depended on the proper structuring of a strong centralized government.
D)   was available to human beings if they expressed a deep devotion to the gods.
E)   could only be imposed by a powerful king.F) All of the above
G) D) and E)

Question 15

How did the issue of uneven distribution of wealth contribute to the collapse of the Han?

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The issue of uneven distribution of weal...

Question 16

According to tradition,the founder of Daoism is considered to be

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A)   Xunzi.
B)   Laozi.
C)   Zhuangzi.
D)   Mencius.
E)   Wudi.F) B) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 17

Which one of the following was NOT one of Qin Shihuangdi's policies?

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A)   strong centralized rule
B)   support of traditional learning
C)   huge public works projects
D)   disarming regional military forces
E)   building protective wallsF) A) and B)
G) D) and E)

Question 18

Of the following,Qin Shihuangdi's most important contribution to China was

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A)   building the precursor to the Great Wall.
B)   his elaborate tomb,which tells us much about the Qin religious orientation.
C)   his appreciation and support of education.
D)   establishing a precedent for centralized imperial rule.
E)   his conversion to Buddhism.F) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 19

Why does your book call Qin Shihuangdi "one of the most important figures in Chinese history"?

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Qin Shihuangdi, also known as Qin Shi Hu...

Question 20

The Chinese emperor who was notorious for his hatred of Confucianism and for his burning of books was

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A)   Qin Shihuangdi.
B)   Wudi.
C)   Liu Bang.
D)   Wang Mang.
E)   Jiang.F) B) and D)
G) B) and E)

Exam 8: The Unification of China

Which one of the following was NOT one of Qin Shihuangdi's policies?

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The philosophy of Confucius

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The first proclaimed emperor of the unified Chinese state was Qin Shihuangdi.

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Wang Mang

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Examine the Chinese view of action and inaction as expressed in philosophy.Could this view change the world for the better?

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Examine the reign of Han Wudi.What challenges did he face and how did he overcome them? How has he influenced Chinese history?

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What are the fundamental ideas and values of Confucianism? Make sure to include the concepts of ren,li,and xiao in your answer.

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