Dynasties
This is one of the earliest known dynasties of Ancient China.
What is the Shang Dynasty
The title given to the ruler of the Shang dynasty. Rulers were called this before the introduction of the title emperor
What is a king
This item was used to make fireworks and later it was used in weapons
What is gunpowder
He existed during the Chou Dynasty, had his teachings collected in the analects, and created confucianism
who is Confucius
This was one of the most traded items. It is created by worms and was used to create clothing
What is silk
This religious belief was often used as a way to justify the seizure of power from the previous dynasty. It developed a responsibility for the rulers to provide good government and to put the well-being of the citizens first.
What is the Mandate of Heaven
These people governed land located around the territory of the Shang King. They were usually relatives to the King and paid tributes to him.
Who are nobles
This device is used to help with navigation and tells the direction you are moving
what is a magnetic compass
This Philosophy emphasized family relationships and following the virtues of loyalty, courtesy, hard work, and kindness
What is confucianism
The silk road ran from which two ancient civilizations?
What is Ancient China and Ancient Rome
Shi Huang Ti founded this short lived dynasty that started construction on the Great Wall of China. Its name is also similar to the country it exists in
What is the Ch'in Dynasty
The first Chinese Emperor who used legalism to rule with an iron fist
Who was Shih Huang ti
This practical device uses the flow of water to power blast furnaces and forges
what is a waterwheel
Lao-Tse developed this philosophy that focuses on harmony between the individual and the natural world.
What is Taoism(Daoism)
These people roamed the silk road stealing from any merchants to make their living
Who are bandits
This dynasty brought peace and prosperity for hundreds of years. It directly followed the Ch'in Dynasty had many technological advancements
What was the Han Dynasty
The most famous emperor of the Han Dynasty, also known as the "Warrior Emperor"
Who was Wu Ti
Artisans mastered crafting with this material. It was used to make horses camels and bearded figures. Dishes with this material were once traded for soldiers
What is porcelain
This Philosophy focuses on authoritarian control and that only harsh punishment would ensure order and stability
What is Legalism
These places were constructed as rest stops along the silk road and were used to exchange goods
What are trading posts
The Han Dynasty developed this system of testing to test candidates for government positions. The provincial exam took three days and the final level was observed by the emperor
What is the civil service examination
Emperor Shi Huang Ti began several mega-projects during his rule. He created canals, a highway system, and created this massive structure to defend from invaders
What is the Great Wall of China
This painful technique was used on women to make their figure look more beautiful and was considered a sign of wealth. It created lifelong disabilities and it started at a young age
what is footbinding
Confucianism, Taoism, and legalism all began development under this dynasty
what is the Chou Dynasty
He was the most famous silk road trader. He also has a game named after him where a blind seeker calls out a name and the hider must respond with the second part of the name
Who is Marco Polo