Mencius — Questions and answers

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What was Mencius's main belief about human nature?

Choices

  1. A. That human nature is inherently good. ✓
  2. B. That human nature is inherently bad.
  3. C. That human nature is always hungry.
  4. D. That human nature likes to nap all day.

Answer: A. That human nature is inherently good.

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What message of hope do Mencius's ideas offer us today?

Choices

  1. A. That we can all become superheroes.
  2. B. That we all possess the potential for virtue and can create a more just world. ✓
  3. C. That eating ice cream will solve all problems.
  4. D. That the world will never get better.

Answer: B. That we all possess the potential for virtue and can create a more just world.

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What does Mencius's legacy inspire us to do?

Choices

  1. A. To give up easily when things are hard.
  2. B. To believe in ourselves and strive for moral excellence. ✓
  3. C. To only care about toys and games.
  4. D. To ignore others and be selfish.

Answer: B. To believe in ourselves and strive for moral excellence.

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