Feng Shui Trivia Quiz: What Do You Know?

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    The I Ching oracle is mostly performed when there is a specific question in mind or unsure of what path of action to take.

    • True
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What do you know about Feng Shui? It is important for people to have harmony and balance in their lives, and through this Chinese concept, you can introduce it to your house. The quiz below will not only test out what you know about the practice but teach you some more too. Give it a try and get to find out!

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  • 2. 

    Lin - to draw near represents this is an encouraging and productive time. Those with less experience should listen.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that when someone draws near, it indicates a positive and productive period. It also implies that individuals with less experience should take the opportunity to listen and learn. Therefore, the correct answer is true, as it aligns with the given explanation.

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    ______ represents a positive combination of people working together in harmony, however, there must be one person that leads the others.

    • P'i - Obstruction

    • Ta Yu - Many Possessions

    • T'ung Jen - Companion

    • Yu - Enthusiasm

    Correct Answer
    A. T'ung Jen - Companion
    Explanation
    T'ung Jen - Companion represents a positive combination of people working together in harmony. It signifies the importance of companionship and cooperation among individuals. While all the other options may have positive connotations, T'ung Jen specifically emphasizes the idea of people coming together and supporting each other. It suggests that in a successful group dynamic, there must be a sense of unity and collaboration, with one person taking the lead to guide and coordinate the efforts of the others.

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    The Pah Kwa, the “Great Symbol,” is about the luckiest Chinese symbol you can get. It was developed around 300 BC by Fu Hsi, a Chinese Emperor.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The explanation for the given correct answer, which is "False," is that the statement is incorrect. The Pah Kwa, also known as the Bagua, is not about luck but rather a system of eight trigrams used in Taoist cosmology to represent the fundamental principles of reality. It is not associated with Fu Hsi or developed around 300 BC. Therefore, the statement is false.

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    The trigram for Chi Chi - Already done is K'an and Li.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
    Explanation
    The trigram for Chi Chi - Already done is K'an and Li. This means that the combination of the K'an and Li trigrams represents the concept of Chi Chi, which refers to something that has already been accomplished or completed. Therefore, the statement is true.

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    The trigrams of Lu - the traveller is ______.

    • Tui appears twice.

    • Sun and K’an

    • K’an and Tui

    • Li and Ken

    Correct Answer
    A. Li and Ken
    Explanation
    The trigrams of Lu - the traveller are Li and Ken.

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    Pi - to adorn represents the bottom part of this hexagram not firm enough to support what is going on. Take time to plan for the future. Do not carry out changes at this time.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The explanation for the given correct answer, which is False, is that the statement suggests that the bottom part of the hexagram is not firm enough to support what is going on and advises against carrying out changes at this time. Therefore, the correct answer would be False, indicating that one should not carry out changes at this time.

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    ______ represents very little encouragement and it would be best to be very patient. Do not overspend.

    • Ko - Change

    • K'un - To Surround and Wear Out

    • Ken - Resting

    • Kueu Mei - Marrying the Young Sister

    Correct Answer
    A. K'un - To Surround and Wear Out
    Explanation
    K'un, representing "To Surround and Wear Out," suggests that the situation requires a patient approach. It implies that one should not rush or be impulsive, but instead, take the time to carefully assess and understand the circumstances. The advice to not overspend further emphasizes the need for caution and restraint. Overall, the answer indicates that the best course of action is to be patient and avoid excessive actions or expenditures.

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    In the early days, it became obvious that the eight symbols of the trigrams were adequate to contain more refined readings.

    • True

    • False

    Correct Answer
    A. False
    Explanation
    The statement suggests that the eight symbols of the trigrams were not sufficient to contain more refined readings in the early days. Therefore, the answer is False.

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