Confucius emphasized the following ideas: Respect for elders Importance of Education (Civil Service Exams) Dedication to fulfilling duty in life to government and society
T or F: In addition to the Chinese philosophies of Daoism and Confucianism, most Chinese still practiced ancestor worship. TRUE!
Which Chinese philosophy seeks a separation from the world and harmony with nature through a simple life filled with inner peace and humility? DAOISM
Although also associated with NATURALISM, the symbol representing the opposite forces reveals balance in Daoism (Taoism) as well: YIN AND YANG
As long as the Chinese Emperor’s rule was just and the Gods approved, they possessed what was known as the : MANDATE OF HEAVEN
China was connected to the Western world (including Rome!) via the: SILK ROAD (a trade route over land)
Migratory invaders threatened China’s northern borders leading to the construction of: THE GREAT WALL OF CHINA
Emperor who built the Great Wall of China Qin Shi Huangdi
The T’ang period saw the increasing importance of education & high standards set for govt. officials with new: CIVIL SERVICE EXAMS
The spread of literature during the T’ang dynasty was enabled by the development of: PRINTING!
Shintoism is an ethnic religion native to this country: Japan
Shintoism’s focus is on the worship of: Nature spirits But also! Ancestors and the Emperor
This religion was introduced to Japan from China and Korea: Buddhism
The following are examples of Chinese cultural influence: 1. Confucianism 2. Art 3. architecture 4. writing
Japan’s culture was MOST heavily influenced by this country: CHINA
Japan’s best defense from invaders was: The island geography! (4 main islands)
Chain or group of islands, such as Japan archipelago
Sea between Japan and mainland Asia (China and Korea) Sea of Japan (aka East Sea)