vocabulary
what is porcelain
A high quality ,white and often translucent ceramic material.
What is the Qin Dynasty?
was the first imperial dynasty of China, founded by Qin Shi Huang, the first emperor of China. The dynasty is best known for unifying China after centuries of division during the Warring States period.
What are the "Four Great Ancient Capitals"?
Beijing, Nanjing, Luoyang, and Xi'an
This belief system focused on harmony, filial piety, and proper social order.
Confucianism
This structure was extended during the Ming to keep out northern invaders.
Great Wall of China
what is calligraphy?
The artistic and stylized form of handwriting or lettering.
What were the major dynasties of Imperial China, and in what order did they rule?
Qin (221–206 BCE)
Han (206 BCE – 220 CE)
Sui (581–618)
Tang (618–907)
Song (960–1279)
Yuan (1271–1368, Mongol rule)
Ming (1368–1644)
Which city was the capital for the Ming and Qing dynasties?
Beijing.
This religion, imported from India, became widespread in China by the Tang Dynasty.
Buddhism
Used in printing before the West, China developed this technology using carved wooden blocks.
woodblock printing
what is neoconfuciaism?
A phylosophical blend of confucianism , buddhism and daoism that emerged during the song dynasty.
How did the Mandate of Heaven justify the rise and fall of dynasties?
The Mandate of Heaven was a philosophical concept that granted emperors the right to rule based on their virtue and ability to govern well. If a dynasty became corrupt or failed to protect the people, natural disasters and rebellions were seen as signs it had lost the mandate, justifying its overthrow.
How did the location of the capital impact the history of China?
The capital's strategic location influenced trade, military defense, and cultural development.
Associated with Laozi, this philosophy emphasizes harmony with nature and the Dao.
Daoism
The Chinese invented this explosive material during the Tang or Song Dynasties.
gunpowder
what is regime?
a system or form of government especially an authorian one
What role did Confucianism play in the governance of imperial China?
Confucianism shaped the moral and political philosophy of the state. It emphasized hierarchy, filial piety, loyalty to the emperor, and merit-based governance, which influenced the civil service exam system and bureaucratic structure.
ow did the concept of "Forbidden City" impact the structure of imperial cities?
It separated the imperial court from the rest of the city, emphasizing the emperor's power and seclusion.
The system of divine approval that justified the emperor's rule.
Mandate of Heaven
This ancient Chinese writing surface was first developed during the Han Dynasty and revolutionized recordkeeping.
paper
what is steppes?
vast treeles plains especially those found in central asia
Why is the Tang Dynasty considered a golden age in Chinese history?
The Tang Dynasty saw a flourishing of culture, poetry, painting, and cosmopolitan urban centers. The capital, Chang’an, was one of the largest cities in the world. The dynasty also expanded territory and strengthened the examination system.
What were some of the major architectural landmarks in imperial capitals like Beijing?
The Forbidden City in Beijing, a massive complex of buildings and courtyards, is a prime example.
This Neo-Confucian philosopher of the Song Dynasty helped shape later imperial ideology.
Zhu Xi
This navigational instrument, crucial for sea travel, was developed by Chinese scientists during the Song Dynasty.
magnetic compass