Welcome to your Legalism Test What is the central belief of Legalism? Human nature is inherently good and should be nurtured through education Harmony with nature leads to a just society Strict laws and harsh punishments are necessary to maintain order A ruler should lead through moral virtue and benevolence None Which Legalist thinker is best known for systematizing Legalist principles and advising the state of Qin? Confucius Han Feizi Laozi Mencius None According to Legalist thought, what is the primary role of the ruler? To inspire people through personal virtue To allow society to develop naturally without interference To control the state through strict laws and severe punishments To serve as a father figure to his people None Which dynasty first applied Legalist principles to unify China? Han Tang Qin Song None How did Legalists view Confucianism? As a complementary philosophy to Legalism As too weak and idealistic to maintain social order As the foundation of a strong state As a useful guide for Legalist rulers None Legalism believes that harsh punishments discourage crime and enforce discipline. True False None Legalist rulers encouraged intellectual debate and valued diverse perspectives in governance. True False None Shang Yang’s reforms in the state of Qin strengthened the military and centralized government power. True False None Legalism promotes the idea that people will naturally do the right thing if given freedom. True False None The harsh Legalist policies of the Qin Dynasty contributed to its downfall. True False None Name Email Phone Time's up
