Geography 1
What are two geographical features that isolated China?
mountains
deserts
plateau
_______________China was better to settle in because it had major rivers, milder climates, and fertile soil
Inner
What crop was widely grown in the Chang Jiang Basin?
rice
A line of rulers from the same family is known as this
dynasty
This religion/philosophy focuses on living in harmony with nature
taoism
What was the name of the nomadic warriors who try to invade Inner China?
huns
a place where you can find water in a desert is known as this
an oasis
The Northeastern (Manchurian) Plain was prairie grassland, this made the region suitable for:
-grazing livestock
What term describes the way the government was organized with different officials at different levels, all supporting the smooth operation of the government
bureaucracy
These bones were used for guidance on important decisions
oracle
What nickname does the Taklimakan have and why?
"Sea of Death"
- it is dangerous to pass through with high heat and sand storms
The Gobi desert is mostly present in what modern day country?
What is the written language of ancient China called?
calligraphy
What social class did a majority of China belong to?
Why was this social class highly respected?
farmers
- provided food for everyone
What two things was porcelain used for
dishes and vases
Describe what a tributary is. What river in China has over 700 different tributaries?
a small stream or river that leads into a larger one
Chang Jiang
The does Chang Jiang River mean?
long river- it was used to transport goods from eastern to western China
What types of food did people in Outer China mostly eat?
meat and dairy
merchants/traders
- they did not contribute to society, selfish, only motivation is wealth
What are two ways one could honor their ancestors?
-worship
-ceremonies
-offerings
-build an altar
What is the Tibetan Plateau's nickname and what are two reasons it is called that?
Roof of the world
- high elevation
-large size (1/4 of China)
The Huang He has two other names. What are they and why is it called those names?
Yellow River- yellow silt, muddy river
China's Sorrow- devastating floods
How did the Tibetan Plateau secure a stable food supply? What two things did they rely on...
-barley
-yaks (for meat and milk)
What were five advancements to come out of Ancient China?
1. paper
2. silk
3. compass
4.crossbow
5.seismometer
What is jade and what are three things it symbolizes
a green stone used by artisans
symbol of purity, wisdom, and immortality