Confucius and Mencius Were Similar in Believing That

question 156

Multiple Choice

Confucius and Mencius were similar in believing that

• A)withdrawal from society and cultivation of a contemplative life were the highest good.
• B)governmental leaders were necessarily evil.
• C)harsh discipline is the best way to govern men and women.
• D)rulers and educated men had an obligation to rule by persuasion rather than threats of punishment.
• E)none of these choices

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Definitions:

Unity

Unity refers to the state of being united or joined as a whole, especially among individuals or groups that may have diverse backgrounds or beliefs.

Misrepresented

Incorrectly or misleadingly represented, often resulting in a false or skewed understanding of a person, group, or issue.

A Possessive

A grammatical construct used to indicate ownership, belonging, or origin, typically formed by adding 's or just an apostrophe after the owner noun.

Inherent Status

The innate or fundamental position or standing of an individual or entity, often implying a status that is intrinsic and not acquired by actions or achievements.