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Unit Two Ancient Chinese Culture Pre-reading Questions 1. Throughout Chinese history, myth and reality have been intertwined. Historical figures have been worshipped as gods, and ancient myths are sometimes treated as historical truths. The creation of the world out of chaos, the importance of nature, and reverence for ancestors are the most significant themes of Chinese mythology. Cite some myths to illustrate the above-mentioned themes. 2. During the Zhou Dynasty, students were required to master the Six Arts, which have their roots in the Confucian philosophy. How significant is the e