Question

1. According to the Dao De Jing, a wise ruler governs well by

a. displaying power & wealth
c. holding up some people as most worthy
b. promoting education d. feeding and supporting the people
2. How does Confucius say rulers should treat common people?
a. With harsh but just punishments and occasional rewards
b. With the same respect they would show at an important ceremony
c. With the same distrust and fear they feel towards rivals
d. With disinterest
3. Which words best describe Hanfeizi' s approach to governance?
a. Kind, compassionate fair c. direct, strict, unwavering
b. Decent, modest, unassuming d. sly, methodical, devious

Answer 1

1.C-holding up some people as most worthy.

2.B-with the same respect they would show at an important ceremony.

3.c-direct, strict unwavering