Unit 2: Early Civilizations & Early World Beliefs Test Test corrections due by end of period!!!

#5. Stresses the importance of meditation. A. Hinduism B. Buddhism C. Both

#5. Stresses the importance of meditation. C. Both

#23. Confucian ideas deal mainly with A. Religious matters B. How to expand the Chinese empire C. How to ensure social order D. The balance of nature

#23. Confucian ideas deal mainly with C. How to ensure social order

“If a noble has knocked out the tooth of a noble of his own rank, they shall knock out his tooth. But if he has knocked out a commoner’s tooth, he shall pay one-third mina of silver.” – Code of Hammurabi # 34. Which idea of Babylonian society does this portion of the Code of Hammurabi reflect? A.All people were seen as equal under the law. B.Fines were better than physical punishment. C.Violence was always punished with violence. D.Divisions existed between social classes.

# 34. Which idea of Babylonian society does this portion of the Code of Hammurabi reflect? D. Divisions existed between social classes.

#39. is the symbol for: A.Buddhism B.Confucianism C.Hinduism D.Daoism

#39. is the symbol for: A. Buddhism

#40. Which of the following was NOT an early civilization that settled in Asia? A. Indus River Valley B. Nile River Valley C. China D. Mesopotamia

#40. Which of the following was NOT an early civilization that settled in Asia? B. Nile River Valley

The sayings of Confucius were remembered by his followers and were later compiled in a book of Analects (sayings), perhaps having been expanded on in the meantime. They were written down in the 5 th Century B.C.E.; below is an excerpt of the book. On Goodness The Master said, "A youth, when at home, should behave well toward his parents, and when abroad, respectfully to his elders. He should be earnest and truthful. He should overflow in love to all, and cultivate the friendship of the good. When he has time and opportunity, after doing those things, he should study the polite arts." The Master said, "With coarse rice to eat, with water to drink, and my bended arm for a pillow, I still have joy in the midst of these things. Riches and honors acquired by unrighteousness are to me as a floating cloud." Zhonggong asked about perfect virtue. The Master said, "When abroad, behave to everyone as if you were receiving an important guest; treat people as if you were assisting at a great sacrifice; do not do to others as you would not wish done to yourself. Thereby you will let no murmuring rise against you in the country, and none in the family...."

Origin Where is the document from? What country, state, or city? Who originally wrote it? What occupation did the author have? When was the document created? Is it a primary or secondary source? Purpose Why was the document written? What was the author trying to say or do with this document (their intent)? Was the author supporting a movement or idea? What did the document accomplish during the time it was written? (think about intended audience) HINT → Purpose focuses on the importance the document had in the PAST! Value What did you learn about this time period by looking at this document? What can we learn about history and society during this time period? Education? Government? Work? Home life? Is there anything important that the author is trying to tell us? HINT → Value focuses on the importance the document has TODAY! Limitations How might this document be flawed (mistaken or wrong)? How might this document be biased (favors one side)? Is the author really telling the truth? Were they really there when the event happened? Is this document more objective or subjective?