aciant china Flashcards
What is the study of the basic ideas and beliefs of society called?
Philosophy
Philosophy examines fundamental questions about existence, knowledge, values, reason, and the mind.
What term describes a military leader who controls an area of land?
Warlord
Warlords often have significant power and influence in their territories.
What is the belief that the right to rule comes from the gods?
Mandate of heaven
This concept was used in various dynastic rules in China to justify their authority.
What idea emphasizes that children should honor and care for their parents?
Confucianism
Confucianism is a philosophy that focuses on moral integrity and the importance of family.
What is a symbol or picture in a writing system that combines two or more pictographs to express an idea called?
Ideograph
Ideographs are often used in Chinese writing to convey complex concepts.
What is a symbol or picture in a writing system that represents an object?
Ideograph
In many writing systems, ideographs serve as visual representations of ideas or objects.
Who are upper class citizens who hold wealth and power?
Aristocrats
Aristocrats typically belong to a privileged class in society.
What is a person that someone is descended from called?
Ancestor
Ancestors play a significant role in many cultures’ traditions and beliefs.
Which dynasty began the process of building the Great Wall of China?
Qin
The Qin dynasty initiated the construction of the Great Wall to protect against invasions.
How did Han Wudi of the Han dynasty reform the government?
He established a competitive hiring system based on a person’s skill, not their status or wealth
This reform aimed to promote meritocracy in government positions.
Which philosophy emphasizes duty to one’s family and good actions?
Confucianism
Confucianism promotes ethical behavior and social harmony.
What major trade route spread goods from China to parts of the Middle East, Africa, and Europe?
Silk Road
The Silk Road was crucial for trade and cultural exchange between civilizations.
Did the Great Wall of China keep the Mongols from invading?
No
The Great Wall was not entirely effective in preventing invasions.
What job was held by the majority of people in China?
Farmers
Agriculture was the backbone of the Chinese economy and society.
What needs to be followed in Buddhism to help a person reach Nirvana?
Eightfold
The Eightfold Path is a key concept in Buddhism for achieving enlightenment.
Did China share the process for making silk with other civilizations?
No
The secret of silk-making was closely guarded and a symbol of Chinese innovation.
Who created Daoism?
Laozi
Laozi is traditionally considered the founder of Daoism, emphasizing harmony with the Dao.
What is a state of perfect peace, according to Buddhism?
Nirvana
Nirvana represents the ultimate goal of Buddhist practice, signifying liberation from suffering.
What philosophy combined the ideas of Daoism and Buddhism and taught that people should be concerned with life after death?
Daoism-Buddhism
This philosophical blend emphasizes spiritual practices and beliefs regarding the afterlife.
Who created the philosophy of legalism?
Han Feizi
Han Feizi was a prominent philosopher advocating for strict laws and harsh punishments.
Who was a fierce Mongol leader who invaded China?
Genghis Khan
Genghis Khan is known for uniting the Mongol tribes and establishing a vast empire.
What was invented in the Zhou dynasty that helped soldiers stay securely on their horses when riding into battle?
Stirrups
The invention of stirrups greatly improved cavalry effectiveness in warfare.
