Shang
What is another name for this dynasty?
Yin
Where are the Zhou people origins from?
The Zhou people had their origins in the far western reaches of the Yellow River in present day Shaanxi province
Upon the First Emperor's death, China plunged into civil war, exacerbated by floods and droughts
Why was Han described as the "golden age"?
Because everything was at its strongest and most peaceful time
Why was The Great Wall of China built?
To protect and defend their own territory and parts of China
What time period was Shang in?
1600 ca - 1050 BC
What time period was Zhou in?
1050 BC - 256 BC
What time period was Qin in?
221 BCE - 205 BCE
What time period was Han in?
206 BC - 220 AD
Why does The Great Wall of China attract tourists now and why is that ironic?
Who was the founder of the Shang dynasty?
Cheng Tang or Tang of Shang
Who was the founder of the Zhou dynasty?
Wuwang
Who was the founder of the Qin dynasty?
Qin Shi Huangdi
Who was the founder of the Han dynasty?
How did The Great Wall of China loose its purpose?
China defeated Tujue tribe to the north and expanded past the original frontier protected by the wall
What is Shang most famous for?
Cruel, used slaves, developing writing and bronze work
What is Zhou most famous for?
The philosophy of Tuhism
What is Qin most famous for?
Book burning, standardized the language and the Great Wall of China
What is Han most famous for?
Export massive amounts of silk and The Silk Road
How long is The Great Wall of China?
13,171 miles
List 3 of Shang's accomplishments
1. Invention of writing 2. Development of a stratified government 3. Advancement of bronze technology and use of the chariot and bronze weapons in warfare.
List 3 of Zhou's accomplishments
1. Iron and ox-drawn plows 2. Crossbows 3. Horseback riding
List 3 of Qin's accomplishments
1. Uniting China 2. Created the title "Emperor" 3. Standardizing the Chinese writing system
List 3 of Han's accomplishments
1. Invented paper 2. Used water clocks and sundials 3. Developed a seismograph
Which emperor began the construction of the Great Wall?
Qin Shin Huang