Ancient China

Question 1

Buddhism

Answer 1

A religion or philosophy from India, brought to ancient China in the 1st century that promotes the idea of reaching the state of nirvana, free from hurt or pain

Question 2

Confucianism

Answer 2

A Chinese philosophy based on the teaching of Confucius, which was a code of behaviour, promoting the ideas of obedience, honouring ancestors and elders, respecting traditions, family relationships and fairness

Question 3

Daoism (Taoism)

Answer 3

A Chinese philosophy based on the writings of Lao-tzu that prompted meditation and exercise to create a balance of yin (female) and tang (male) in oneself

Question 4

Emperor

Answer 4

The title someone who rules an empire; Ancient Rome an ancient China had emperors

Question 5

Empire

Answer 5

A group of countries and/or areas, often with different languages and having different cultures, that are ruled by a central power or leader (known as an emperor or empress)

Question 6

Huang he river

Answer 6

Also known as the Yellow River, one of the two major systems in China which supported agriculture and economic development