33 Questions
Who were the ruling class in ancient China?
The Shi class
Which group in the Shi class ruled over different regions of China?
The governors
How did the land-owning nobles gain their power?
By inheriting land and status
What was the main occupation of the scholars in the Shi class?
Working as government officials
Which social class made up the majority of ancient Chinese society?
The peasants
What did the peasants have to do in exchange for protection from the Shi class?
Work in the fields
What was the main occupation of the peasants in ancient China?
Farming
Who produced all the food for the country and paid most of the taxes in ancient China?
The peasants
What was life like for most peasants in ancient China?
They faced difficulties and remained poor
What happened to the peasants during times of drought, war, or economic troubles?
They faced hunger and sometimes sold their children into slavery
Which social class in ancient China included armorers, metalworkers, and carpenters?
The artisans and craftspeople
Why were artisans and craftspeople considered 'inferior' to the peasants in ancient China?
They didn't own any land
What was the main focus of the merchants and traders in ancient China?
Making money by selling objects
Who were considered the least honorable group in ancient China?
The slaves
What was the role of mothers and grandmothers in ancient Chinese families?
They took care of household chores
What was the value placed on education in ancient China?
Education was highly valued
What was the significance of the Lunar New Year in ancient Chinese families?
It was a time for special food and decorations
How were children expected to treat their parents in ancient Chinese society?
With respect
What was the belief about the spirits of ancestors in ancient China?
They watched over the living
How were women treated in ancient Chinese society?
As naturally inferior to men
What was the purpose of footbinding in ancient China?
To symbolize obedience
Why did girls have to have small feet to marry a rich man?
It was believed to make them more attractive for marriage
Why did people in China start using chopsticks to eat?
To save resources
What did Confucius promote instead of sharp knives at the dinner table?
Chopsticks
What is a common food in Asia that has a special connection with chopsticks?
Rice
What special item do families offer to the Kitchen God on the "off year" day?
Nian Gao
Why do families burn the Kitchen God's picture?
To symbolize his journey to Heaven
What do families do after the Kitchen God goes to Heaven?
Put up a new picture of him above the stove
When do families offer "nian gao" to the Kitchen God?
On the "off year" day, a week before the Chinese New Year
Why do families pour liquor on the Kitchen God's picture?
To create a bright flame
Shadow puppetry originated in China over 2,000 years ago during the Han Dynasty.
True
Shadow puppets are made from leather or paper.
True
Shadow plays can be performed by groups of seven to nine performers or by groups of two to five.
True
Discover the roles and influence of women in ancient China's patriarchal society. Test your knowledge on the important contributions of mothers, grandmothers, and the transmission of traditions within households. Explore the significance of education in ancient Chinese families.
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