24 Questions
According to Confucius, what should a young man be?
A good son at home and an obedient young man abroad
What did Tzu-hsia believe about a man who has received instruction?
He appreciates men of excellence where other men appreciate beautiful women
What did the Master say about a gentleman who lacks gravity?
He does not inspire awe
What did the Master say should be a guiding principle for one's actions?
To do your best for others and to be trustworthy in what you say
What did Tseng Tzu say about conducting the funeral of one's parents?
It should be done with meticulous care
What did Tzu-ch'in ask Tzu-kung about the Master?
If he seeks information about a state's government
How does the Master get to know about a state's government?
By being cordial, good, respectful, frugal, and deferential
What did the Master say about a gentleman who studies?
He is unlikely to be inflexible
According to Tzu-hsia, what should a man do in his dealings with his friends?
Be trustworthy in what he says
What should a young man spare in his actions according to the Master?
Speech
What should a young man cultivate according to the Master?
The friendship of his fellow men
What did Tzu-hsia say about a man who has never been taught?
He can still be trustworthy in what he says
What should a young man be at home and abroad?
Obedient and trustworthy
What should a man do if he has energy to spare, according to the text?
Devote it to making himself cultivated
What did Tzu-hsia say about a man who has received instruction?
He should be trustworthy in what he says
What should a gentleman do to inspire awe?
Be cordial and respectful
What should be a person's guiding principle, according to the text?
To do their best for others and be trustworthy in what they say
Who should a person not accept as a friend, according to the text?
Someone who is worse than them
What should a person do when they make a mistake, according to the text?
Not be afraid of mending their ways
What should a person do when conducting the funeral of their parents, according to the text?
Meticulously care for their parents' funeral
Who asked Tzu-kung about the Master's arrival in a state?
Tzu-ch'in
How does the Master get to know about a state's government, according to Tzu-kung?
By being cordial, good, respectful, frugal and deferential
What should a gentleman do to avoid being inflexible, according to the text?
Study hard
What should a young man do in his dealings with his fellow men, according to the text?
Cultivate their friendship
Test your knowledge of Confucian philosophy with this quiz on "The Master's" teachings. Explore the meaning behind his advice to be a good son, trustworthy in speech, and cultivate friendships. See how well you understand the contrast between loving the multitude and cultivating the friendship of fellow men. Challenge yourself to become more cultivated through Confucian wisdom.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
