Chinese Dynasties Flashcards
1
Q
Dynasty
A
A sequence of rulers from the same faimly
2
Q
Mandate of Heaven
A
A theory of ancient China in which those in power were given the right to rule from a divine source
3
Q
Dynastic Cycle
A
An important polictial theory in China
4
Q
Filial Piety
A
Is a virtue of respect for one’s father, elders, and ancestors.
5
Q
Bureaucracy
A
A government by many administatiors
6
Q
Human capitol
A
Knowledge, skills, and talent a person possesses
7
Q
Investment in human capitol
A
Efforts to acquire and improve human capitol
