Persia
Name the monotheistic religion of Persia
Zoroastrianism
What was built to keep invaders out of China?
The Great Wall
(Thanks, Shi Huangdi!)
What was the rigid social structure in India called?
(2 words)
What is the Caste System
Explain a bureaucracy
A govt. with many levels, departments, and officials
TRUE OR FALSE: The foundations of political centralization were established by the river valley civilizations and influenced the development of the classical empire.
Trizoooooo!!!!!!
What innovation helped promote trade and unity in Persia?
metal coins
As part of the Dynastic Cycle, what did ruling dynasties have to have to claim power in China?
the MANDATE of HEAVEN
Name two innovations from INDIA
round Earth, zero, pi, modern numerals, the decimal system, vet clinics, etc.
What was the name of the major trade route from China to the Mediterranean?
The Silk Road
What is MONOTHEISM
the belief in one god
Name one (there were two) of the kings of Persia that started building it into the worlds first major Empire?
Kings Cyrus or Darius
Name the famous Chinese philosopher that promoted good morals and family relationships
Confucious
Under which Indian empire was there a Golden Age and a growth of Hindu culture
The GUPTA Empire
How many stomachs does a cow have?
Four, duh.
What was the name of the appointed governors in Persia? (like we used over and over in the little play we did in class)
What is SATRAPS
How did Persia rule over its newly conquered lands?
Dividing it up with governors, tolerance
Name three contributions of Classical China.
Civil Service System, Paper, Porcelain, Silk, Compass, Gunpowder, Printing, Paper money
How did Asoka's conversion impact India and the world?
He, and thus India became peaceful, and he helped spread Buddhism to the world
Who was the founder of Buddhism?
(not the Buddha, he had a name:)
Who is Siddartha Gautama
Explain a civil service exam AND from which empire did they originate?
A test to prove your worth/skills for a govt. job....from CHINA
Classical Persia was located in the area of what modern-day country?
Iran
Name the emperor known for creating the Great Wall?
Shi Huangdi
Under what Empire did these things happen: free for people and animals, improved roads, and the spread of Buddhism?
What is the Mauryan Empire
What is FILIAL PIETY?
(Think Chinese beliefs)
Chinese belief in ancestor worship/devotion to ones family/honoring your parents, etc
What is Mrs. Atcheson's favorite car of all time
Hint - it's an American classic!
A '57 Chevy Bel Air!