Question 4 of 20
Read the following quote from Buddhist scripture Dhammapada.
“Well-makers lead the water (wherever they like); fletchers bend the arrow; carpenters bend a log of wood; wise people master themselves.”
What central part of Buddhism expressed in the quote appealed to samurai who practiced Zen?
A.
patience
B.
self-control and discipline
C.
purity
D.
loyalty and obedience
B. self-control and discipline
What does it reveal about Korean culture?
A.
It was heavily influenced by Japanese culture.
B.
It developed in opposition to Chinese culture.
C.
Its porcelain was imported from elsewhere in Southeast Asia.
D.
It was influenced by China but developed its own unique style.
D. It was influenced by China but developed its own unique style.
Which belief system spread first from India to China and then to Korea and Japan, helping to create cultural unity in the region?
A.
Buddhism
B.
Daoism
C.
Confucianism
D.
Christianity
A. Buddhism
Question 7 of 20
How did Southeast Asia’s geography contribute to the region’s economic development?
A.
Much of Southeast Asia is separated from the rest of Asia by high mountains, making it a difficult place to invade.
B.
Many Southeast Asian countries depended on their plentiful gold supply to make them wealthy.
C.
Some Southeast Asian countries commanded important waterways and controlled rich trade routes.
D.
Many Southeast Asian countries were easily accessible by monks and therefore adopted Buddhist culture.
C. Some Southeast Asian countries commanded important waterways and controlled rich trade routes.
What factor contributed to Genghis Khan’s expansion of the Mongol empire?
A.
He expanded trade routes by building a complex system of canals and waterways.
B.
He led a ruthless military into foreign land, using powerful weapons to break down city walls.
C.
He established a new social order that led to the creation of a stable government.
D.
Inventions and innovations during his time of leadership helped industries to grow.
B. He led a ruthless military into foreign land, using powerful weapons to break down city walls.
Which elements of Chinese culture spread throughout the world? Select the two correct answers.
A.
gunpowder
B.
Hinduism
C.
feudalism
D.
Buddhism
E.
celadon