inventions and time
what is calligraphy
An important art form created by a style the flowed naturally
What invention did the Song create to find directions?
a compass
What two continents were connected by the Silk Road?
Europe and Asia
How did paper help people use calligraphy?
the paper absorbed the ink well
What is a taotie
It was a animal mask
Why did the emperor standardize weights and measurements?
He wanted to unify china
What was the original use of gunpowder?
It was originally for fireworks
What is porcelain?
Bowls and cups made for decoration
What did the emperor do to make trade easier?
He standardized weight, money, and measurement
Why was paper an important discovery in china
It allowed many copies to be produced quickly and was cheaper than many other writing things
what may a taotie have represented?
it represented the symbol of the world
How did the emperor try to standardize weights and measurements?
He had workers create balls in various shapes and sizes
How did gunpowder eventually become used as a weapon?
china sold some of it to Europe who used it for cannons and other weapons
What did the properties or qualities of jade represent for the people of China?
Superiors because of the toughness, wisdom, and honesty
How did goods travel on the Silk Road and what was the main good that was carried?
In caravans with lots of traders and goods in them and silk