China Culture Literacy Test168

Section 1: History and Geography* When was the People's Republic of China founded?
* What is the name of the longest river in China?
* Which dynasty ruled China during the Ming era?
* What is the capital city of China?
* What is the highest mountain in China?

Section 2: Philosophy and Religion* Name the founder of Confucianism.
* What is the central principle of Taoism?
* What is the name of the sacred Buddhist text?
* Which Chinese philosopher emphasized the importance of "wu-wei" (non-action)?
* What is the name of the traditional Chinese religion that venerates nature and ancestors?

Section 3: Arts and Literature* What is the name of the famous Chinese opera?
* Who is considered the father of Chinese calligraphy?
* What is the name of the ancient Chinese philosopher who wrote "The Art of War"?
* Which Chinese dynasty is known for its exquisite porcelain production?
* What is the name of the Chinese folk art that involves cutting and pasting paper?

Section 4: Customs and Traditions* What is the traditional Chinese greeting gesture?
* What is the name of the Chinese New Year?
* What is the purpose of the Chinese tea ceremony?
* What is the significance of the dragon in Chinese culture?
* What is the name of the Chinese zodiac system?

Section 5: Politics and Economics* Who is the current leader of the Chinese Communist Party?
* What is the name of the Chinese economic system?
* What is the name of the Chinese government's "One Belt, One Road" initiative?
* What is the significance of the Chinese yuan?
* What is the name of the stock exchanges in Shanghai and Shenzhen?

Answer KeySection 1:
* 1949
* Yangtze River
* Ming Dynasty
* Beijing
* Mount Everest
Section 2:
* Confucius
* Harmony with nature
* Tripitaka
* Laozi
* Taoism
Section 3:
* Peking Opera
* Wang Xizhi
* Sun Tzu
* Tang Dynasty
* Paper-cutting
Section 4:
* Bowing or handshaking
* Spring Festival
* Social and cultural ritual
* Symbol of power and good luck
* Based on twelve animals
Section 5:
* Xi Jinping
* Socialist market economy
* Belt and Road Initiative
* Renminbi
* Shanghai Stock Exchange and Shenzhen Stock Exchange

2024-10-25

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