Confucius MCQ Questions and Answers for Practice

1. When was Confucius born?

1. 551 BCE
2. 479 BCE
3. 500 BCE
4. 600 BCE

2. Which dynasty made Confucianism the official state philosophy?

1. Han Dynasty
2. Tang Dynasty
3. Qin Dynasty
4. Ming Dynasty

3. How many main relationships are central to Confucianism?

1. 3
2. 5
3. 7
4. 9

4. What is the Confucian ideal for rulers?

1. Benevolence
2. Strength
3. Wealth
4. Fear

5. What does the Confucian term “Junzi” mean?

1. Gentleman
2. Scholar
3. Soldier
4. Farmer

6. What does Confucius believe leads to a harmonious society?

1. Strict laws
2. Education and virtue
3. Wealth and power
4. Fear and punishment

7. What is the birthplace of Confucius called today?

1. Beijing
2. Qufu
3. Shanghai
4. Nanjing

8. According to Confucius, what is the foundation of government?

1. Morality
2. Economy
3. Military
4. Religion

9. What did Confucius believe about education?

1. Only for the elite
2. A right for everyone
3. Not important
4. Reserved for men

10. Which virtue is most emphasized in Confucianism?

1. Loyalty
2. Courage
3. Filial piety
4. Charity

11. What is the concept of “Yi” in Confucianism?

1. Righteousness
2. Rituals
3. Respect
4. Wealth

12. In which country was Confucius born?

1. China
2. Japan
3. Korea
4. India

13. How did Confucius view the afterlife?

1. Focus on the present life
2. Reincarnation
3. Eternal heaven
4. Strict judgment

14. What role did Confucius play in government?

1. Minister of Justice
2. Emperor
3. Military General
4. Farmer

15. What was Confucius’s view on music?

1. It has no role in life
2. It is central to culture
3. It should be banned
4. It distracts from work