Economy
(food and trade)
(food and trade)
What were the main crops grown in the dynasty?
The main crops were rice & wheat.
Why was the Terracotta Army made?
The Terracotta Army was built to protect the emperor in the afterlife.
What type of clay was used to make the Terracotta Army?
The Terracotta Army was made from baked clay (red Terracotta).
Who was the leader of China during this time of the Terracotta Army?
Emperor Qin Shi Huang was the leader.
Where is the Terracotta Army located?
The Terracotta Army is located near the Xi'an in Shaanxi province, China.
What was the key trade product during Qin dynasty?
Silk was a key product traded during this time.
What other items did the emperor bring into his tomb?
He brought weapons & treasures.
What is special about the faces of the warriors?
Each warrior has a unique face, different from the others.
What age did Qin Shi Huang become the First Emperor of China?
He became the First Emperor of China at the age of 38 in 221 BC.
What happened to some soldiers over time?
Many soldiers have damaged over the years.
What currency did the Qin dynasty use?
Before metal coins the Qin used beans as currency.
How did the Qin emperor prepare for the after life?
He built the Terracotta Army & filled his tomb with treasures.
What is the estimated total number of Terracotta warriors buried?
Approximately 8,000.
What did the Emperor Qin want to do with China?
He wanted to unify China & create, strong, powerful empire.
When were the Terracotta soldier discovered?
They were discovered in 1974 by local farmers
( March 29th).
What animals did the Qin people use for transportation?
Horses were used to help with transportation & trade.
Why is the emperor's tomb so important?
The tomb was filled with treasures, weapons, and the Terracotta Army to help in the afterlife.
What kind of music would be played at the funeral for Emperor Qin?
Slow, soft music with drums and strings would be played to honor him.
Why did the Emperor Qin build the Great Wall of China?
He built it to protect China from invasions by people from the North.
Why is the Terracotta Army so important today?
It is one of the most famous archaeological discovery in his tary & helps us understand Emperor Qin's rulings.
What did the Qin emperor build to protect trade routes?
The Great Wall of China was built to protect against invaders.
Why was the emperor's tomb filled with treasures?
To use in the afterlife.
What are two instruments that were played in ancient China?
Drums & mutes are commonly played.
What type of government did Emperor Qin have?
Emperor Qin had an absolute autocracy, which was a form of government ruled by one person with no checks & balances.
Why were the Terracotta soldiers created in different poses?
Each soldier was made to look different
& unique & to represent real people, with different faces & expressions.