Of writing using broad strokes to create symbols Calligraphy Artistic form Of writing using broad strokes to create symbols

Founding party of the People’s Republic of China Chinese Communist Party Founding party of the People’s Republic of China

The “Lunar New Year” in China typically in January or February Chinese New Year The “Lunar New Year” in China typically in January or February

Philosophy that focuses on the teachings of Confucius Confucianism Philosophy that focuses on the teachings of Confucius

Cultural Revolution Mao’s 1966 call for reinforcing communism and eliminating traditional ideas

Ruler who does not rule in a democratic way (They ignore the people) Dictator Ruler who does not rule in a democratic way (They ignore the people)

The rise and fall of different Chinese dynasties (ruling families) Dynastic Cycle The rise and fall of different Chinese dynasties (ruling families)

Respect and reverence for one’s elders and ancestors Filial Piety Respect and reverence for one’s elders and ancestors

Use of binding wraps to prevent girls’ feet from growing Foot Binding Use of binding wraps to prevent girls’ feet from growing

Wealthy upper class of Chinese society Gentry Wealthy upper class of Chinese society

Intentional killing of infants Infanticide Intentional killing of infants

Philosophy emphasizing a strict obedience to the law and legal system Legalism Philosophy emphasizing a strict obedience to the law and legal system

Mandarin Chinese Language from Northern China. Today, it has more native speakers than any other language

Chinese philosophy that the right to rule was given by “heaven” Mandate of Heaven Chinese philosophy that the right to rule was given by “heaven”

Chinese communist leader from 1949-1976 Mao Zedong (Tse-Tung) Chinese communist leader from 1949-1976

One Child Policy Introduced in 1979 this policy permitted families to only have one child. Restrictions have been relaxed.

Terracotta Soldiers Burial statues for Emperor Qin around 200 BCE. Over 8,000 unique soldiers were created.

Famous city square in Beijing Tiananmen Square Famous city square in Beijing

Religion and philosophy focusing on harmony in nature Taoism Religion and philosophy focusing on harmony in nature

Yin and Yang Taoist philosophy that everything in life has equal and opposing forces