Olympian Gods and Goddesses: Roman and Greek Attributes

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What is the estimated number of poems written by Du Fu?

Less than 100

Over 500

Around 200

More than a thousand (correct)

What was the primary feature of the writing system developed during the Shang Dynasty?

Alphabetic

Hieroglyphic (correct)

Logographic

Syllabic

What is Afro-Asian literature primarily concerned with?

The historical events of the Middle East

The literary output of the Americas

The oral traditions of European countries

The cultural understanding of Africa and Asia (correct)

What period saw the emergence of religious and philosophical schools of thought?

Both Spring and Autumn Period and Warring States Period Signup and view all the answers

Which dynasty was led by the Mongols?

Yuan Dynasty Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate time period of the Hieroglyphs of Egypt?

3200 BC to 400 AD Signup and view all the answers

What is the term for 'familiar sayings' in Chinese?

Yanyu Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the Chinese god of literature?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What was the philosophy that justified the strong control of the emperor during the Qin Dynasty?

Legalism Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the Chinese philosopher known as the 'Great Teacher'?

Confucius Signup and view all the answers

What was the significant literary development during the Han Dynasty?

Rewriting and republication of Confucian texts Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary purpose of the earliest written works in China?

To emphasize the importance of cultural values Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic of Chinese proverbs called 'Chengyu'?

Four characters long Signup and view all the answers

What was the earliest form of Chinese writing?

Inscription on bone and tortoise shells Signup and view all the answers

What was the notable feature of literature during the Tang Dynasty?

Early development of woodblock printing Signup and view all the answers

What was the earliest period of Chinese literature?

Shang Dynasty Signup and view all the answers

What is the time period of the 'New Culture Movement' in Chinese literature?

1912-present Signup and view all the answers

Who was one of the greatest romantic poets of ancient China, active during the Tang Dynasty?

Li Bai Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Confucius' teachings in the Analects?

Establishing ethical models of family and public interaction Signup and view all the answers

What is the Golden Rule, according to Confucius?

What you do not wish for yourself, do not do to others Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary emphasis of Confucius' philosophy of education?

The mastery of the Six Arts Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the Analects of Confucius?

They offer a collection of moral teachings and anecdotes Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of Confucius' teaching on government?

It promotes culturally distinguished and peaceful government Signup and view all the answers

Which Greek god is associated with the underworld?

Hades Signup and view all the answers

What is the origin of the name 'Asia'?

From the Ancient Greek word Aoia Signup and view all the answers

Which goddess is associated with the hearth or fireplace?

Hestia Signup and view all the answers

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