china Flashcards
the study of the basic ideas about knowledge, truth, right and wrong, religion, and the nature and meaning of life.
Philosophy
believes that a good society is based on the moral behavior of individuals as well as correct relationships between different members of society.
Confucianism
believed people were born bad and a strong leader and a strong legal system are needed to create social order.
Legalism
: he permanent professional branches of a government’s administration, excluding military and judicial branches and elected politicians.
Civil Service
Was a nickname for any route that any trader took from China to Rome.
Silk Road
a physical feature that can hinder or protect travel (mountains, deserts, swamps, seas, etc.)
Natural Barrier
Mountain Range located in the southwest of China and acts as a natural barrier.
Himalaya Mountains
two rivers in the east of China and provide fertile soil for farming.
Yellow and Yangtze Rivers
philosopher who founded the philosophy of Confucianism
Confucius
only honorable kings ruled with heaven’s permission.
Mandate of Heaven