Government
Did the Tang Dynasty have a stable government?
Yes, the Tang Dynasty had a stable government.
What is the definition for Regime?
A system or form of government, especially an authoritarian one.
What did pottery express?
Personal and political feelings.
Who did the Ming Dynasty overthrow?
They overthrew the Mongols
What helped farmers grow crops more efficiently?
Yes, he used innovative battle techniques.
What is the definition for Civil?
Relating to the citizens and their relations with the state or each other.
What was Porcelain made of?
White, translucent ceramic.
True or False: Zheng He didn't lead a large voyage of exploration
False.
What is caligraphy?
The artistic and stylized form of handwriting or lettering, traditionally practiced with brush and ink in Chinese culture.
Which dynasty reunified China after centuries of division?
Sui Dynasty.
What is the definition for Neo-Confucianism?
Philosophical blend of Confucianism, Buddhism, and Daoism.
Why was art important to Imperial China?
Because it expressed the political and emotional feelings people felt.
What flourished under Ming rule?
Art and Literature.
Who visited China and shared stories of its wealth?
Marco Polo.
Which empress supported the growth of Buddhism?
Empress Wu.
What is the definition for Principles?
Fundamental truths, doctrines, or rules that form the basis for a system of belief, behavior, or reasoning-often guiding government, philosophy, or ethics.
Who influenced Chinese art and literature?
Empress Wu.
Why was paper money convenient for the Ming Dynasty?
Because it was easier to carry around instead of hundreds of coins.
Who conquered China and started the Yuan Dynasty?
Kublai Khan.
Who ruled the Mongol Empire? What tribes did he unite under one banner?
Genghis Khan ruled the Mongol Empire. He united the Mongol tribes under one banner.
What is the definition for Civil Service?
A branch of government in which employees are hired based on merit rather than birth or wealth.
What were 2 of the art genres that were highly respected?
Calligraphy and landscape painting.
What made the Ming Dynasty so strong?
They had large naval expeditions and had a heavily monetized economy.
What did the Song Dynasty mainly focus on?
Cultural and Economic growth.