Confucianism, Daoism, and Legalism
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- Q1
What was one of the core principles of Legalism?
The encouragement of creative thinking
The belief in a strong legal system
The promotion of individual freedoms
The emphasis on intellectual and artistic expression
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According to Legalism, what was the role of the ruler?
To encourage creative thinking
To prioritize intellectual and artistic expression
To promote individual freedoms
To enforce laws and punishments
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How did Legalism view human nature?
Naturally obedient and loyal
Naturally wicked and selfish
Naturally good and selfless
Naturally creative and independent
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What were some of the punishments advocated by Legalism?
Rehabilitation programs
Fines and community service
Mild and lenient penalties
Physical torture and capital punishment
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What led to the decline of Legalism in ancient China?
The people's desire for more individual freedoms
The ruler's implementation of harsher punishments
The influence of other philosophical beliefs
The success of Legalism in maintaining social order
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What was the main focus of Confucianism?
Achieving personal desires and ambitions
Pursuing knowledge and education
Living in harmony with nature
Social harmony and order
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Who founded Confucianism?
Buddha
Confucius
Laozi
Emperor Qin
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What were the "Five Relationships" in Confucianism?
Relationships with animals
Relationships between rulers and subjects
Relationships between friends
Relationships with nature
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What does the concept of "wu wei" in Daoism mean?
Pursuit of knowledge and education
Fulfilling responsibilities and expectations
Harmony with nature and the universe
Non-action and effortless action
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How did Daoism differ from Confucianism?
Daoism believed in the "Five Relationships," while Confucianism focused on the concept of the "Dao
Daoism emphasized education, while Confucianism encouraged simplicity.
Daoism focused on social order, while Confucianism focused on living in harmony with nature.
Daoism promoted non-action and going with the flow, while Confucianism emphasized fulfilling specific responsibilities.
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