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What is the dynastic cycle?
Chinese Cycle: New ruler unites China, founds a dynasty, gains mandate of heaven, generations pass, mandate of heaven is loss, dynasty ends, repeat.
In what way is Shinto like Buddhism?
Both religions were and are practiced in East Asia.
Which statement best describes feudal Japan?
It has a highly stratified social structure.
How is the social structure of Egypt different than the social structure of feudal Japan?
The emperor was only a figurehead and did not rule Japan.
According to the dynastic cycle, one effect of a new dynasty beginning its rule is
peace, economic growth, land given to peasants
What impact did the Silk Road have on Asian and European cultures?
The Silk Road introduced new religions, products, music, food, and ideas.
Even though Shi Huangdi was a harsh ruler, historians consider him to be an effective leader. Why do historians consider him to be an effective leader?
He built portions of the great wall, he created a more organized government, he unified China
What was the relationship between the daimyo and the samurai in Ancient Japan?
The daimyo gave land to the samurai in exchange for protection.
According to the dynastic cycle, one effect of an aging and declining dynasty is
High taxes, infrastructure decay, unfair treatment of the people
Which of the following statements best describes the Silk Road?
A number of trade routes that went between China and Eastern Europe.
Why did feudalism develop in Ancient Japan?
The power of the emperor weakened and a civil war broke out, forcing the shoguns to take control.
What impact does the geography of Japan have on its economy?
Incorporate fish in their diets, prepare for natural disasters, they had to learn to be self sufficient
Why was the Mandate of Heaven important for a dynasty?
The Mandate of Heaven gave a dynasty the right to rule, and without it they could not rule.
Based on the Shinto religion, we can draw what conclusions about Japan’s culture?
Physical cleanliness is important, nature is important, family is important.
What is the correct order of the 4 Chinese Dynasties?
Shang, Zou, Qin, Han
Why did the Ancient Chinese believe they were the only civilization?
They remained isolated and did not trade with outsiders.
Why could the Silk Road be a dangerous journey?
The journey could be littered with disease, theft and death of camels.
What were Lao-Tzu's views on government?
Lao-Tzu advocated for limited government involvement in people's everyday lives.
Chinese leaders moved from a legalistic government to a government based on Confucianism. How did Confucius transform the society?
Government leaders became more concerned with the condition of China's citizens.
By studying samurai and the Code of Bushido, we can analyze important Japanese cultural values. What cultural value might we understand about the Japanese people?
Honor, bravery, and loyalty are three very important cultural values to the Japanese people.