The Three Dynasties
Which dynasty reunited China in 581 CE?
Sui Dynasty
What was the Grand Canal used for?
Transporting goods and connecting China's major rivers
Which philosophy influenced the civil service exam system?
Confucianism
Which dynasty restored civil service examinations and expanded Chinese territory?
Tang Dynasty
What was the purpose of the civil service examinations?
to select government officials based on knowledge and ability (merit).
Name two forms of entertainment enjoyed by wealthy Chinese people.
What educated landowners became China's new political elite?
Scholar-gentry
Which dynasty experienced great economic prosperity and cultural achievement?
Song Dynasty
Why did the Tang and Song dynasties experience economic growth?
Agricultural improvements, expanded trade, manufacturing, and commercial development.
What happened to Sui Yangdi that contributed to the end of the Sui Dynasty?
He was murdered after rebellions against his rule.
How did paper money change trade during the Song dynasty?
It made large commercial transactions easier than carrying heavy coins.
Compare the main achievements of the Sui, Tang, and Song dynasties.
Sui: reunification; Grand Canal
Tang: civil service exams; expansion
Song: prosperity and cultural achievements
How did China's government and economy develop across all three dynasties?
Trade
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