Emperors
What did Shihuangdi have buried in his tomb to protect him in the afterlife?
Clay soldiers
What invention began the creation of the first books in the world?
Woodblock printing
Who were the most respected people in China during the Song Dynasty?
Scholars
What is baked, or hardened reddish-brown clay?
terracotta
DOUBLE JEOPARDY: Why did Emperor Wudi send an official to the wilderness?
He wanted to find others who would help them fight and defend the Northern border of China.
What product used today was invented in China 1000 years before ever being seen in Europe?
paper
Which group did the Chinese ask for help, but then turned against the Chinese to take Norther China?
Jurchen
What means to step down from or leave a job?
Resign
What was unique about Wu Zhao's leadership in China?
She was the only female emperor to ever rule
What three major inventions was the Tang Dynasty known for other than woodblock printing?
paper money; tea; and gunpowder/fireworks
DOUBLE JEOPARDY: Why was the way houses were built close together in Hangzhou a problem?
The lanterns used live fire and if one wooden house caught fire, the fire would spread quickly.
DOUBLE JEOPARDY: What do you call a person who tries to turn other metals into gold?
alchemist
What did Emperor Hui Zong love the most; so much that he filled his palace with many beautiful works?
The arts, poetry, paintings, etc.
During the Han dynasty what were outside travelers very excited to buy ?
Silk
Who was the leader of the mongols that attached norther China?
Chinnggis Kan
What is a type of fine pottery?
Porcelain
What was the Great Wall built?
To keep the Xiongnu out of the north of China
Marco Polo is famous explorer form which country?
Italy
Who was responsible for creating the postal system in China and why was this a great achievement?
Kublai Khan. It was important because it provided a way for him to control all of China efficiently by sending important information quickly.
A short braid of hair worn at the back of the neck is called?
Queue