Families in China
In traditional Chinese culture, which of the following is considered the most important value within a family?
Individual achievement
Filial piety
Financial success
Social status
Which action best demonstrates filial piety (孝道) in a Chinese family?
Pursuing personal career goals regardless of parental wishes.
Providing care and support for elderly parents.
Prioritizing individual happiness over family needs.
Openly disagreeing with elders to assert independence.
What is the significance of 'face' (面子 - miànzi) in Chinese family relationships?
It primarily affects financial decisions within the family.
It is important for maintaining reputation and social standing.
It is irrelevant in modern Chinese families.
It only concerns interactions with people outside the family.
How might the concept of 'face' (面子) influence a family's decision regarding their child's career path?
Parents might encourage a prestigious career to enhance the family's social standing.
Parents would have no influence on their child's career path.
Children are encouraged to pursue low paying jobs to show humility.
Children are encouraged to pursue artistic careers regardless of income.
A family insists their child become a doctor instead of an artist, even though the child is passionate about art. How does this relate to traditional Chinese values?
It shows a disregard for filial piety.
It demonstrates the evolving gender roles in modern families.
It reflects the influence of 'face' (面子) and the desire for a stable, respected profession.
It illustrates the importance of individual achievement over family harmony.
Which of the following holidays is most associated with family reunions in Chinese culture?
Qingming Festival
Mid-Autumn Festival
Dragon Boat Festival
Double Ninth Festival
Which of the following activities is most commonly associated with the Qingming Festival?
Giving gifts to family members
Visiting and cleaning family graves
Exchanging red envelopes
Watching dragon boat races

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How does the celebration of Chinese New Year (Spring Festival) reflect core Chinese values?
It emphasizes individual independence and personal success.
It reinforces the importance of family unity, respect for elders, and the continuation of traditions.
It promotes social competition and the pursuit of wealth.
It encourages the adoption of Western customs and values.
Which of the following is a common mode of transportation in Chinese cities?
Camels
High-speed trains
Hot air balloons
Horse-drawn carriages
What are the advantages and disadvantages of using high-speed trains for tourists in China?
Advantage: Slow and scenic travel; Disadvantage: High cost
Advantage: Fast and efficient travel; Disadvantage: Limited routes
Advantage: Inexpensive; Disadvantage: Unreliable schedules
Advantage: Environmentally friendly; Disadvantage: Overcrowded