Literatures of the World Chapter 4: Chinese Literature
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Which form of writing is NOT included in Chinese literature?

  • Tales of marvels
  • Books of history
  • Medical treatises (correct)
  • Philosophical disquisitions

Who is the author of the Analects?

  • Li T’di Po
  • Kung-fu-tze
  • Li Poo
  • Confucius (correct)

What did the Chinese poets celebrate in their poetry?

  • Economic policies
  • Natural disasters
  • Delights of nature and pleasures (correct)
  • War and government

What is the popular master known for reflecting on government and war in Chinese literature?

<p>Li Poo (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was Confucius known for according to the text?

<p>Disseminating his Analects in the West (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the main feature of Chinese poetry, as mentioned in the text?

<p>Subtlety and purity of expression (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to Confucius, what should a superior man do?

<p>Respect elders and cultivate friendships (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main theme running through the teachings of Confucius?

<p>Upright life, education, and contribution to society (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a specific teaching of Confucius mentioned in The Analects?

<p>Practice reciprocity and the golden rule (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main features of the passages in The Analects, as mentioned in the text?

<p>Terseness and ease of understanding (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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