Socials studies- ancient China

Question 1

What is the Mandate of Heaven?

Answer 1

the idea that there could be only one legitimate ruler of China at a time. This ruler had to have the blessing of the gods to them.

Question 2

Confucianism:

Answer 2

Respect for elders, doing the right thing. People are good but need guidance

Question 3

Daoism:

Answer 3

Yin and Yang, be at one with nature, be happy where you are at. People aren’t good or bad.

Question 4

Legalism:

Answer 4

Strict punishments, people are bad and need to be controlled