Dynanstys
The Qin was the first Chinese dynasty. Why? What was Emperor Qin able to do?
United the various independent states.
What did Confucius experience in Chinese society that caused him to react?
Disrespect between various levels in society; ruler to citizen, state to state, parent to child.
Daoism is more of a focus on harmony and peace between humans and __________.
Nature
What was the life style of the Mongols?
Nomads-lived in yurts
This river is known to one of the earliest Chinese civilizations.
The yellow river (Huang He ) which was called the yellow river because of the silt that was in it.
What is a Dynasty?
When one family rules for a long period of time.
What was the "Warring States" period in Chinese history?
Independent states were all fighting for power/land. Prior to being united under the Qin dynasty.
Legalism is the belief that society needs firm and strong _______ in place.
Laws
Who is the most famous Mongol leader?
Genghis Khan
How was China connected to the Western world for trading purposes?
The Silk Road
What things did the Qin dynasty standardize?
Money
Measurements
Writing
Confucius instituted the belief of Fiela Piety; a system of respect. What is the main ideas within the system?
There is a power structure and one person has the dominance over the other. This respect is broken down into groups:
-Ruler over citizen
-Parent over child
-Older brother over younger brother
In a legalist society, what happens to the ruler if he is not doing a good job?
They kill him
What did the Mongols have that allowed them to be so successful in their takeovers?
Horse
Saddle/saddle bags
the stirrup
Why was the Great Wall built?
To protect China from invaders.
The Chinese created the civil service exam. These exams allow you to work for whom?
What was Confucius' main goal for Chinese society?
Restore order, stability and respect.
What was the main weapon of choice for the Mongols?
The bow-they placed a ring on their finger to help them get a stronger draw.
This religion is dominant in China
Buddhism
During the "Golden Age" of China, what types of things flourished?
-The arts, such as poetry
-Mathematics, the concept of zero
-Technology advancements; gun powder
Is Confucianism a religion or a philosophy? Why?
Philosophy: it is about a way to live your life but does not involve the worshiping of God.
Why is Genghis Khan's death so infamous?
Anyone who was present at the funeral was killed.
No one knows where he is buried
Horses were instructed to stampede over the burial grounds to hide it.
What was the Mandate of Heaven?
The belief in Chinese society that God gave a family the right to rule; once the ruler became abusive to the people, the mandate stated that they needed to be replaced.