Mongol Empire
Who is the leader of the Mongols?
Genghis Khan
What type of art was highly respected?
Calligraphy and landscape paintings.
What is Neo-Confucianism?
Philosophical blend of Confucianism, Daoism, Buddhism during Song Dynasty.
What dynasty unified China?
The Sui Dynasty.
What did the Ming Dynasty do?
They overthrew the Mongols and restored Chinese rule.
How did the Mongols promote warriors?
Based off of respect and skill.
What feelings did Poetry express?
What is Civil?
Relation to citizens, relations with each other, laws, services. and responsibilities.
What did the Tang and Song Dynasty enforce?
They enforced a stable government (Tang Dynasty) and built economic and cultural growth (Song Dynasty).
Who led voyages of exploration in China?
Zheng He.
What does Genghis Khan mean?
It means "universal ruler".
What is calligraphy?
Artistic and stylized form of handwriting, used brush and ink.
What is Regime?
System/form of government, authorian. ruling dynasty/ political order.
Where was Buddhism introduced?
It was introduced in the Silk Road.
When did the Ming Dynasty overthrow the Mongols?
In 1368.
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What values did poetry, art, or literature express?
Family and Confucian values.
What are Steppes?
Vast, treeless plains where nomadic groups like the Mongols lived. Influenced mobile lifestyle and military tactics.
What did Empress Wu support?
She supported the growth of Buddhism, which led to Chinses art and literature.
What subjects flourish during this dynasty?
Art and literature.
How did the Mongols instill fear into their enemies?
Using psychological warfare and initiative battle tactics.
What subjects did literature include? At least name 2 subjects.
History, philosophy, and storytelling.
What are Principles?
Fundamental truths, doctrines, and rules. System of belief, behavior and reasoning, guides government, philosophy, and ethics.
Who despised the growth of Buddhism?
Confucian scholars.
What did the Ming largely support?
The use of foreign trade.