Tang and song dynasty
What was the capital of the Tang Dynasty?
Chang’an
What was the purpose of the civil service exam?
To hire government workers based on ability.
What dynasty did Empress Wu rule?
Tang Dynasty
What was the Silk Road?
A trade route connecting China to the West.
Where did Buddhism come from?
India
What invention helped the Song Dynasty with printing?
Movable type printing
What philosophy was the exam based on?
Confucianism
Why is Empress Wu famous in Chinese history?
She was the only female emperor.
What was one major item China exported?
Silk
Why did Buddhism become popular in China?
It offered hope during times of disorder.
Which dynasty came first: Tang or Song?
Tang Dynasty
Who could take the civil service exam?
Men (mostly from wealthy families)
How did Empress Wu gain power?
She rose from concubine to empress and took full control.
How did the Silk Road affect China?
It brought wealth and new ideas.
What was Neo-Confucianism?
A new form of Confucianism that blended ideas from Buddhism and Daoism.
How did the Grand Canal help the Song Dynasty?
It improved trade between northern and southern China.
Why was the exam system important to Imperial China?
It created a strong and educated government.
What changes did Empress Wu make to the government?
She made reforms to improve agriculture and education.
Why was trade important during the Tang and Song Dynasties?
It helped the economy grow and spread culture.
Why did some emperors dislike Buddhism?
It took power and money from the government.
How did the Song Dynasty strengthen their government?
They expanded the civil service system and hired officials based on exams.
What were some effects of the civil service exam on society?
It reduced power of aristocrats and increased social mobility.
How did Empress Wu keep her power?
She used secret police, promoted loyal officials, and removed threats.
How did China protect trade routes during Imperial times?
They used military patrols and built alliances.
How did Neo-Confucianism influence Chinese government?
It became the official philosophy and shaped the civil service exams.