Chinese Dynasties
This dynasty was the first dynasty of a unified Chinese Empire
What is the Qin Dynasty
This philosopher is known for his belief in respect for your elders, social harmony, good behavior, and the importance of education
Who is Confucius (Confucianism)
This idea gives a dynasty the authority from the gods to rule China, as long as they continue to promote peace and prosperity.
What is the Mandate of Heaven
This dynasty is often called the "golden age" of China
What is the Han Dynasty
This belief system emphasizes harmony with nature, being true to oneself, and "going with the flow"
What is Daoism
This term refers to the change of power between different dynasties across China's history
What is the Dynastic Cycle
This dynasty laid the foundations for later dynasties, eventually collapsing into the Warring States Period
What is the Zhou Dynasty
The teachings of this man were used by the Qin Dynasty to justify their strict laws and harsh punishments in the name of social order
Who is Han Fei (Legalism)
The vast trade network connecting Asia to the rest of the world, established during the Han Dynasty
What is the Silk Road
This dynasty is one of the shortest in China's history, but was one of its most influential
What is the Qin Dynasty
According to Laozi, what are the yin and yang in Daoism?
What are opposing forces in nature
The hierarchy of appointed government officials who performed a variety of tasks
What is Bureaucracy
This dynasty created the civil service exam, to select government officials based on merit rather than family connections or wealth
What is the Han Dynasty
According to Confucianism, this is the basic relationship in society that emphasizes respect and care for one's parents and ancestors.
What is Filial Piety
This term refers to a government with a strong, overarching primary authority who possesses great power
What is Centralized Government