Dynasties
What is a dynasty?
family that rules a country for a long time, passing down power from one generation to the next.
Who invented papermaking during the Han dynasty?
Cai Lun
Which river was vital to early Chinese dynasties for farming and settlement?
The Yellow River
Who was a wise teacher during the Zhou dynasty?
Confucius
What philosophy did Confucius promote?
Respect and family values
Which dynasty is considered the first dynasty of China?
Xia Dynasty
What was built to protect Emperor Qin Shi Huang in the afterlife?
The Terracotta Army
What feature did the Qin build to protect against northern enemies?
The Great Wall
Who is known as the first emperor of a unified China?
Qin Shi Huang
How did Confucianism influence Chinese culture?
It became a guiding philosophy in culture and government.
Who founded the Han dynasty after defeating the Qin?
Liu Bang
What did Qin Shi Huang standardize to help unify China?
Language, money, and measurements
In which direction did the Qin dynasty expand?
From the west to the east
Who was the legendary figure credited with founding the Xia dynasty?
Yu the Great
What does the Mandate of Heaven mean?
Rulers are chosen by the gods.
Which dynasty introduced the concept of the Mandate of Heaven?
Zhou Dynasty
What was significant about the Shang dynasty's writing?
It was the earliest Chinese writing, often carved on oracle bones.
What is the importance of the Yellow River to the Xia and Shang dynasties?
It was essential for farming and settlement.
Who did Liu Bang defeat to establish the Han dynasty?
Warlord Xiang Yu
What were the different shapes of money used by the Zhou?
Knife and spade coins
What is the order of the early dynasties in China?
Xia → Shang → Zhou → Qin → Han
What did Yu the Great control to help found the Xia dynasty?
Floods
Why did China remain isolated for so long in its early history?
Geographic features such as mountains, deserts, and oceans.
Which emperor ruled for over 50 years during the Han dynasty?
Han Wudi
What is the main idea of the dynastic cycle?
How dynasties rise to power, rule, and eventually fall.