Philosophy
What philosophy emphasizes strict laws and harsh punishments?
Legalism
Who is considered the first great teacher of ancient China?
Confucious
Which dynasty is known for the first written records in China?
Shang Dynasty
What were the 2 Great rivers in Ancient China?
Yellow & Yangtze Rivers
Who developed the Legalism teachings around 200 BC
Hanfeizi
Which Philosophy believes in a universal life force that is present in nature and guides all things?
Daoism
What was the LAST Chinese Dynasty?
Qing
Which river is called "China's Sorrow"?
Yellow River
Define Philosophy
Set of beliefs about the world and how to live
What is the primary focus of Confucianism?
Education and duty
What was a major contribution of Shang artists?
Bronzework
Which desert is known as the "Sea of Death"?
Taklamakan Desert
3 Main Religions in Ancient China
Confucianism, Daoism, Buddhism
Who founded Laoism?
Laozi
Which Dynasty was the reunification of China under the harsh rule of a Legalist emperor?
Qin Dynasty
What is a Major trade route that ran through China?
Silk Road
What is the Mandate of Heaven?
A divine right to rule
What represents balance between opposing forces?
Yin & Yang
Which Dynasty was 800 years long and divided into sub periods including the Warring States Period?
Zhou Dynasty
What major crop was planted along the Yangtze River?
Rice