Early China
Which dynasty gained power while the Chinese were learning to make bronze tools and weapons?
Shang Dynasty
What philosophy believed that strong leaders and strict laws were needed to maintain order?
Legalism
What belief system was based on the teachings of Confucius?
Confucianism
Which two dynasties ruled China during a time of strong government and cultural achievement?
Tang and Song Dynasties
What river did the Shang build dikes around to control flooding?
Huang River (Yellow River)
What dynasty was founded by Liu Bang?
Han Dynasty
What book recorded the teachings of Confucius?
The Analects
What system did China use to choose people for government jobs?
Civil Service Exams
Which dynasty overthrew the Shang around 1050 BCE?
The Zhou Dynasty
What system uses government officials selected based on ability and merit?
Civil Service / Civil Service System
What philosophy teaches people to live in harmony with the Dao (the natural way of the universe)?
Daoism
What Korean alphabet was invented in the 1400s?
Hangul
What system uses government officials selected based on ability and merit?
Mandate of Heaven
What trade network connected China to the Mediterranean world?
Silk Road
What two forces represent balance in Daoist belief?
Ying and Yang
What traditional Japanese religion focuses on the worship of spirits and purity?
Shinto
Who unified China in 247 BCE and became the first emperor?
Qin Shi Huang (Zheng)
Which religion spread into China along the Silk Road?
Buddhism
Who is the best teacher ever?
If you didn't say me you get silent lunch.
What type of government is controlled by one person who did not win a free election?
Autocracy