Chaper 6 Section 3

Question 1

Shi Huangdi

Answer 1

The first emperor of the Qin dynasty

He was a legalist with strict laws and harsh punishment

Question 2

How did Shi Huangdi strengthen the government

Answer 2

He claimed all the power, and did not share it with the lords. He took land away from the lords.

He divided China into districts with different governors. This helped the emperor enforce taxes.

Question 3

Qin policies

Answer 3

1. There was a uniform system of law, where rules and punishments were the same
2. The written language was standardized.
3. Gold and copper coins became the currency used. Weights and measures were also standardized.

Question 4

Qin Achievements

Answer 4

1. A network of roads was built which made travel easier.
2. China’s water system was improved.
3. An irrigation system was built to make the land fertile for Farming.
4. The great wall was built to protect against invasion.

Question 5

The Great Wall

Answer 5

It was located across the northern border of china