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Who were among those who contributed their own ideas to Confucianism?
Who were among those who contributed their own ideas to Confucianism?
- Kung Fuzi and Dong Zhongshu
- Kung Fuzi and Mengzi
- Xunzi and Dong Zhongshu
- Mengzi and Xunzi (correct)
During which dynasty did Confucianism secure a significant place in Chinese society?
During which dynasty did Confucianism secure a significant place in Chinese society?
- Qin Dynasty
- Shang Dynasty
- Han Dynasty (correct)
- Zhou Dynasty
What was the main contribution of Confucianism to China?
What was the main contribution of Confucianism to China?
- Religious practices
- Government structure
- Economic development
- Ethical and moral dimensions (correct)
Who adopted Confucianism as an instrument for its political legitimacy?
Who adopted Confucianism as an instrument for its political legitimacy?
What served as the basis for civil service examinations during the Han Dynasty?
What served as the basis for civil service examinations during the Han Dynasty?
Study Notes
Confucianism and Its Influences
- Mencius, Xunzi, and Yan Hui were among those who contributed their own ideas to Confucianism
- Confucianism secured a significant place in Chinese society during the Han Dynasty
- Confucianism's main contribution to China was in shaping Chinese thought, social values, and politics
- The imperial state adopted Confucianism as an instrument for its political legitimacy
- Confucian classics served as the basis for civil service examinations during the Han Dynasty
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Test your knowledge of the origins and key figures of Confucianism with this quiz. Explore the contributions of Kung Fuzi, Mengzi, and Xunzi to the development of Confucian thought on human nature, morality, politics, and government. Delve into the historical context and evolution of this influential philosophical tradition in China.
