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Strong Rulers Unite China. Shi Huangdi  221 BC Zheng  First Emperor  Determined to end divisions in China.

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1 Strong Rulers Unite China

2 Shi Huangdi  221 BC Zheng  First Emperor  Determined to end divisions in China

3 Shi Huangdi  Standardized measurements  Great Wall- defense/protection  Death- 210 BC

4 Liu Bang  Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD)  Took title of King of the Han

5 Wudi (141-87 BC)  Strengthened government  Civil service system  Examinations for candidates  Established Imperial university  Silk Road: Trade route

6 Rulers made Confucianism the official Philosophy  Collapse: 1. Weak leaders 2. Heavy Taxes 3. 220 AD- collapse  Kingdom divided through civil war and outside invaders

7 Golden Age a. Technological advances- bronze & iron b. Acupuncture c. Chinese officials established d. Cai Lun- Invented paper-making process e. Other Advances- alternating field system, water wheel

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