Han Dynasty
How were the Han emperors able to kept the economy stable?
They bought and stored goods to prevent shortages.
What are the shared value between Daoism and Confucianism?
Both value order and stability in society.
How did Zhou rulers control different regions?
They put family members in charge of different regions.
Shi Huangdi’s belief in Legalism is what?
A strict ruler and laws are needed to create an orderly society.
What was the lowest varna, or social grouping based on skill, identified in the Vedas, was the....
Sudras
What was the importance of iron and salt under the Han Dynasty?
Their production was made a state monopoly.
What is the belief about the Dao in Daoism?
The Dao is the natural way of the universe.
What do rulers needed to stay in power (Mandate of Heaven) ?
They had to rule justly and virtuously and follow the Dao.
Which Dynasty developed the bronze work?
The Shang Dynasty
According to Buddhism, to end suffering, all forms of desire must be overcome what?
all selfish desires
What was the reason Emperor Wudi sent envoys?
To establish relations with western kingdoms.
What is filial piety and its philosophy?
Filial piety, or respect for ancestors, is a major feature of Confucianism.
What were the Major achievements of the Shang Dynasty?
The development of a written language and bronze metalworking.
Loud noises were made during festivals to do what?
To chase away evil spirits.
How many Buddhists live in the United States?
2 million
What was the impact of the Silk Road on China during the Han Dynasty?
It brought new ideas like Buddhism into China and increased prosperity for merchants.
What are the key Confucian relationships?
Father and son, older and younger brothers.
What was a benefit of a standardized currency in China?
It made it easier to trade throughout the empire.
How many hearts do octopuses have?
3
The Indian scientist Aryabhata discovered what?
How did Han emperors differ from Qin emperors?
The Han revived Confucianism and adopted its teachings.
What are Confucian views on farmers and merchants in Han society?
Farmers were highly respected for producing basic goods, while merchants were less respected because they did not produce goods.
What is the largest ocean?
The Pacific
How many bones does the human body have?
206
A person’s duty to do what is right is called what?
dharma