Flashcards for China Quiz

He was one of the Qin leaders. He formed a strong central government

Shi Huangdi

Shang Priests used these to write to the Gods. The were usually animal bones or turtle shells

Oracle Bones

Simple drawings, characters for words.

Pictographs

This dynasty’s development of a common language unified the lands; They were also the first dynasty

Shang

Idea that good rulers had god’s favor, and trouble meant that the Mandate was withdrawn and there needed to be a new leader

Mandate of Heaven

Built by Shi Huangdi to stop northern invaders

Great Wall

He was a leader during the Hang dynasty

Lui Bang

Chinese life today most closely resembles the life during which dynasty

Han

Three philosophies of Ancient China

Daoism Confucionism Legalism

Philosophy that thought people needed harsh punishments

Legalism

Philosophy that told its followers to respect authority, practice good conduct, and be a benefit to society

Confucianism

Founded by Laozi this philosophy is not concerned with good and bad and does not try to change anything

Trade route connecting China to Europe that carried Silk and other trade goods

The Silk Roads

The spread of ideas and customs from one area to another

Cultural Diffusion

One of the teachings of Confucianism that says you should treat your parents with respect

Filial Piety

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