Chinese History Flashcards
1
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Dynasty
A
series of rulers that are members of the same family
2
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Mandate of Heaven
A
approval from gods to rule over China
3
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Dynastic Cycle
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Pattern of the rise, fall, and replacement of ruling Chinese dynasties
4
Q
Filial piety
A
respect for parents or elders
5
Q
bureaucracy
A
system of departments and agencies formed to carry out work of government
6
Q
Human Capital
A
knowledge, skills, and talent a person has
7
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Investment in human capital
A
efforts to acquire and improve human capital
