Qin Dynasty
Which philosophy was popular during this Dynasty?
Legalism
Philosophy was popular during the Han Dynasty?
Confucianism
Who created the philosophy of Legalism?
Hanfeizi
Who created Confucianism?
Confucius
Who created Daoism?
Laozi
Who was the ruler of the Qin Dynasty?
Qin Shi Huangdi
How did the Han Dynasty choose who would work for the government?
People had to take exams to prove that they were skilled enough to work in government. They were called Civil Service Exams.
According to Legalists, how should rulers gain control over their people?
Through very strict laws and harsh punishments.
During which Dynasty was Confucianism popular?
Han Dynasty
In harmony with nature
How did Qin Shi Huangdi make trade easier in China?
He standardized everything including money, languages, measurements, etc.
What was created during the Han Dynasty to increase trade and cultural diffusion?
The Silk Road
How did Qin Shi Huangdi stop ideas that he didn't approve of from spreading?
He censored people by burning books and killing scholars
According to Confucianism, how should a ruler rule?
They should rule by setting a good example
What do Daoist's feel is the best way to govern?
Govern as little as possible and let the people govern themselves.
What did Qin Shi Huangdi build to help protect his country from invaders?
Name a key invention of the Han Dynasty
Paper
Legalism ended which period in Chinese History?
The Warring States Period
Confucianism helped launch China into what Age?
A Golden Age
What did Qin Shi Huangdi build to help protect him in the afterlife?
A huge tomb full of Terra-Cotta Soldiers to protect him after death
How long did the Han Dynasty last?
About 400 years
Why did Legalism end?
What does filial piety mean?
Filial piety means respect for one's elders.