Vocabulary
Shang & Qin Dynasties
Schools of Thought
Han Dynasty
Miscellaneous
100
Archaeologists have found human bones under the remains of a Shang Palace. Historians suggests that this indicates that people in the Shang Dynasty performed __________________________, or killed people as part of a religious ritual, when they built new houses
Human Sacrifices
100
Identify the order of the six Shang social classes: Farmers Slaves Nobles Craftspeople Traders King
King Nobles Craftspeople Traders Farmers Slaves
100
This thinker was responsible for DAOISM, a school of thought that values _________________________.
Laozi
100
How did the way civil servants were hired in the Han Dynasty differ from hiring of civil servants in previous civilizations?
In the Han Dynasty, civil servants were hired based on ability, rather than social status. They were required to take and pass a lengthy exam with questions about the classic writings and also had to memorize five books.
100
By the Shang Dynasty, people used ____________, or characters that stand for words rather than sounds. Give a modern-day example of this concept.
Logographs; Numbers
200
A form of government that is structured like a pyramid, with a few people at the top and many at the bottom is called a(n) _____________________.
Bureaucracy
200
The religion of the Shang dynasty centered on ___________ worship. They believed that ____________ had the power to help or harm the living.
Ancestor; Dead ancestors
200
This thinker was responsible for LEGALISM, a school of thought that values _________________.
Hanfeizi
200
The Han Dynasty was responsible for the invention of the chain pump. Describe how this device worked.
This device made it easier to move water from low irrigation ditches and canals up to the fields. Workers used pedals to turn a wheel, which pulled a series of planks. The planks moved water uphill to the fields.
200
A lodestone led to the development of this device we still use today to help with navigation.
Compass
300
The Emperor of Qin’s biggest fear was ____________, and so he sought a magic potion that would make him ______________, or able to live forever.
Death; Immortal
300
What was the Emperor of Qin's greatest fear? What did he do in response to this fear?
Death; He hired magicians to search for a potion to make him immortal.
300
What did Laozi say about a fish, and how does it relate to the values of his school of thought?
“Governing a large country is like frying a small fish. You spoil it with too much poking.”
300
Identify the two most important trade industries in China under the Han Dynasty.
Salt and Silk
300
Identify three ways Emperor Qin Shihuangdi attempted to unify China through standardization.
1. Standardized monetary system 2. Standardized weights and measures 3. Standardized and simplified writing system
400
A system of government based on landowners and tenants is referred to as ________________.
Feudalism
400
Which philosophy did the Emperor of Qin follow? Provide evidence to support your answer.
Legalism; The emperor's laws were very detailed, and they spelled out exact punishments. The rich and poor were punished equally. Punishments included fines, imprisonment, forced labor, and even beheadings.
400
The quote, "Do not do to others what you do not want done to you" is attribute to which Chinese philosopher? How does the phrase relate to the values of this philosopher's school of thought?
Confucius
400
Based on your exploration of the Han Dynasty, what was the most important/significant contribution of this empire? (THERE IS NO "RIGHT" ANSWER!) You must provide EVIDENCE to support your claim.
Various Answers (Chapter 23)
400
Why is the Silk Road considered historically important? What was it? What was exchanged/traded?
See "Do Now" (Monday, 3/9)
500
The Han dynasty was responsible for the invention of paper. Paper was the ideal material for ______________, or the art of handwriting that flowed naturally, as if inspired by nature.
Calligraphy
500
In the Shang Dynasty, Kings used oracle bones to ask their ancestors advice on important matters. Explain how the oracle bone was used.
Oracle bones were made from turtle shells or the shoulder blade of a cow. A holy man would make a statement, such as "Tomorrow is a good day for the hunt". Then the holy man pressed a hot needle against the back of the bone. The heat made the bone crack. The pattern of the crack was believed to be a message, which the holy man or king translated.
500
The quote "He who trusts will be controlled by others" can be attributed to which Chinese philosopher? How does this phrase relate to the values of his school of thought?
Legalism
500
Describe the Han Dynasty's army.
Large and well-organized; all men ages 25-60 had to serve two years in the army; Han armies had between 130,000 to 300,000 men.
500
Identify three Ancient Chinese achievements or contributions that affect your life in the 21st century.
Various (See Dynasty Videos Presentation Response Guide)
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