QIN EMPIRE
What title did the ruler of Quin declare for himself after uniting China?
Qin Shithuangdi (The First Qin Emperor)
Who was the first strong emperor of the Han Dynasty
Han Wudi
What is the term for an official who watches others for correct behavior in the Qin government?
Censor.
What type of writing system did Qin introduce to unify China's communication?
A simplified writing system to promote understanding.
What was the Silk Road primarily used for during ancient China?
For trade of goods and ideas between different regions.
What philosophy did Quin believe in that emphasized strict laws?
Legalism
How did Han Wudi improve the selection of government workers?
He sought smart, hardworking individuals and used exams to select them.
Qin centralized power and ended hereditary positions, whereas Zhou allowed families to pass titles to their sons.
How did the arts flourish during the Han Dynasty?
Artists created works for various social classes, not just the elite.
How did Zhang Qian contribute to the development of the Silk Road?
He explored west of China and reported on peoples and cultures promoting trade.
What was the purpose of the Great Wall that Qin built?
To protect China from attacks by nomadic tribes like the Xiongnu
What was one reason for the expansion of the Han Empire?
The Han Empire expanded into territories such as Korea and SE Asia.
What was the main idea behind legalism?
Legalism emphasized strict laws and harsh punishments to maintain order.
What is acupuncture and how was it used in Han China?
A practice of inserting needles into specific points on the body to treat diseases or relieve pain.
Name on good that was traded along the Silk Road.
Silk, spices, and other luxury goods.
How did Qin punish those who broke the laws?
He punished them quickly and harshly, often with death.
Name one invention that was created during the Han Dynasty.
Paper and the iron plow
Describe the system of civil service under the Han Dynasty.
It aimed to select government workers based on merit (skills/qualifications) rather than family connections (politics).
Describe on way that trade improved during the Han Dynasty
Increased trade led to the exchange of goods and ideas, enriching Han culture.
What challenges did merchants face on the Silk Road?
Distance, rough terrain, and the threats of thieves.
Describe one major project that Qin ordered to be built during his rule.
Qin's tomb, which included life-sized clay solders and horses.
What role did civil service examinations play in the Han Dynasty?
Civil Service examinations helped to select capable individuals, but access to education was limited to wealthier families.
What were the strengths and weaknesses of the civil service exam (test)?
Strengths include merit-based selection and improved governance; weaknesses include limited access to education for the poor.
How did the social status of civil servants compare to other classes in Han Society?
Civil servants were respected and held a higher status than warriors, priests, or merchants.
How did Buddhism spread along the Silk Road during the Han Dynasty
Buddhism spread from India to China, along with other cultural exchanges.