Asia Test Prep Flashcards
How did the rulers of the Shang Dynasty earn their ruthless reputations?
Beheaded their people as sacrifices and as a show of authority.
What archaeological discovery proved the existence of the Shang Dynasty?
Discovered oracle bone.
What are oracle bones?
Tortoise shells that had inscribed prayers, historical facts, and records on them that were used by rulers.
Who was the 1st empower of ALL China?
Ching Shang Di
A feudal social system was developed based on the teaching of what famous Chinese Scholar?
Confucius
Name the two most common weapons used during warfare?
Swords and crossbows
The workforce used to build the Great Wall of china consisted primarily of these three groups:
Soldiers, criminals, and slaves
This Emporer developed standardized forms of education, travel, agriculture, and education:
Emporer Chin
What was built to guard the mausoleum of Dmporer Chin?
Terra cotta army
What important Chinese invention contributed to the discovery of the new world?
Compass
The last Emporer ascended to power in 1908, and China became a republic in ______
1912
Many medical practices are based on what spiritual belief system?
Taoism
Most Chinese names consist of ______ syllables
3
What gem is considered more valuable than even gold in asian culture?
Jade
What technological advance enabled agriculture to flourish in Asia?
Irrigation canals.
