DYNASTIES
This dynasty, lasting from 206 BCE to 220 CE, is noted for establishing the Silk Road.
What is the Han Dynasty?
These ancient nomadic tribes were known for their military strength and interactions with Chinese dynasties.
Who are the Xiongnu?
This vast, grass-covered plain lacks trees and has a continental climate.
What is the steppe?
This practice involved weaker states paying stronger ones to maintain diplomatic relations.
What is the tribute system?
This term describes a raw material or product bought and sold on a large scale.
What is a commodity?
The first imperial dynasty to unify China and begin construction of the Great Wall.
What is the Qin Dynasty?
This person's title indicated they were the sovereign ruler of an empire and often considered divine.
What is an Emperor?
This term refers to the border or boundary of a region with less settled areas.
What is the Frontier?
This person was held to ensure others' compliance in political negotiations.
What is a hostage?
This term was used to describe societies with high levels of cultural and technological development.
What is civilized?
This dynasty's achievements included both cultural advancements and adherence to Confucianism.
What is the Han Dynasty?
This large landlocked country is known for its nomadic traditions and vast steppes.
What is Mongolia?
This type of society is based on farming and cultivation of land.
What is an agrarian society?
This type of conflict occurs between groups within the same country.
What is a civil war?
These practical items, along with felt, were preferred by nomads over Chinese silk for their durability while horse riding.
What are leather garments?
This dynasty built the Forbidden City and ruled from 1368-1644 CE.
What is the Ming Dynasty?
These people lived a mobile lifestyle without fixed homes, often associated with herding.
Who/What are nomads?
This geographical feature was significantly expanded by the Qin Dynasty for defense.
What is the Great Wall?
This term describes a large political entity spanning multiple territories under single rule.
What is an empire?
DAILY DOUBLE
These three valuable items from the steppe were highly desired by Chinese traders in exchange for silk and other goods.
What are horses, cattle, and furs?
DAILY DOUBLE
This Han Dynasty emperor's 54-year reign remained unmatched for over 1,800 years until the Kangxi Emperor.
Who is Emperor Wu?
This location was where the emperor and his officials conducted affairs of state.
What is the Chinese court?
This city, built by the Ming Dynasty, served as the Chinese imperial palace.
What is the Forbidden City?
This specific method or strategy is used to achieve goals, especially in warfare.
What is a tactic?
This fermented drink, along with milk, was considered by the Xiongnu to be more practical than Chinese foodstuffs.
What is kumiss (fermented mare's milk)?