Han Dynasty (pg. 208-209
Han (pg. 208-211) What advances did China make in farming & manufacturing? Why did trade expand? What were some difficulties traveling along the silk road? How did Buddhism come to China? Why was Buddhism accepted? How is Buddhism in China an example of diffusion?
What advances did China make in farming & manufacturing? Master iron workers make powerful swords & armor as well as plow to improve farming Wheelbarrow invented Silk production (secret procedure only China knew, so they could make a lot of money)
Why did trade expand? Han armies conquered land People in west wanted silk, so Chinese could make a lot of $ Emperor wanted Central Asian horses
What were some difficulties traveling along the silk road? Bandits Weather: blizzards, heat, sandstorms
How did Buddhism come to China? Spread along trade routes along with goods
Why was Buddhism accepted? Life became more difficult: unstable government, violence Buddhism provided hope, relief from suffering
How is Buddhism in China an example of diffusion? Came from another culture & made its place in Chinese culture Mixed with Daoism Buddhist texts translated Buddhists monks & nuns Buddhist art in China