China
Which dynasty is noted as the first major dynasty in china?
Describe one characteristic of the Maurya Empire's government
One of the first empires to run a government of communities from one central location
Which city-state is known for originating democracy?
What period is referred to as the Pax Romana?
Time of peace and prosperity for the Empire (its Golden Age)
Which system required exams for government positions based on Confucian teachings?
Civil service system
What does a centralized government do?
Consolidates power and gives authority
Who was Alexander the Great, and what was his impact?
A leader - Took over most of the "Known World"- Spread Greek culture (Cultural Diffusion) to Egypt, Persia, and India
What were the Twelve Tables?
A written set of laws for all citizens to follow
Name one technological innovation that originated in ancient China.
Paper, rudder, wheel barrow
How did the Maurya Empire contribute to Indian civilization?
The Maurya empire gave an idea of how to run a centralized government
What is Hellenistic culture?
A combination of the cultures from Egypt, Persia, and India
How did Roman architecture influence modern buildings?
How does Confucianism influence governance in China?
Directed social life for hundreds of years
Name one significant contribution of ancient India?
Bureaucracy
Name one significant contribution of ancient Greece to modern society
Classical architecture, Philosophy, Knowledge
What was one contribution that the Romans had on society?
Organization, Latin language, arch, roman law
What is the Mandate of Heaven?
The belief that the Emperor was given the right to rule from the gods
What was the first major empire in India?
Maurya Empire
What are city-states?
Greece was not one collective empire, so it was made up of small territories that were called city-states. Example: Athens & Sparta
What is a Republic?
A form of government that began in Rome, the citizens elected people to make the decisions