Question

1. the eightfold path in buddhism is meant to help followers:

a. gain political power
b. achieve nirvana
c. control others
d. accumulate wealth

1. confucianism emphasizes:

a. worship of gods
b. social harmony and moral behavior
c. meditation and isolation
d. reincarnation

1. according to the wisdom of confucius, a good ruler should:

a. rule through fear
b. enforce harsh punishments
c. lead by moral example
d. avoid education

1. which are not characteristics of a classical empire?

a. powerful military
b. cultural diffusion
c. strong central government
d. decentralized central government
e. standardization of currency
f. democratic political system

1. the qin dynasty lasted about:

a. 15 years
b. 30 years
c. 50 years
d. 100 years

Explanation:

Question 58

The Eightfold Path in Buddhism is a key teaching to end suffering and achieve Nirvana. Options A, C, D are not goals of the Eightfold Path.

Confucianism focuses on social harmony, moral behavior, and proper relationships. It does not emphasize god - worship (A), meditation/isolation (C), or reincarnation (D) which are more related to other belief systems.

Confucius believed a good ruler should lead by moral example, not through fear (A), harsh punishments (B), or avoiding education (D).

Answer:

B. Achieve Nirvana

Question 59