History Flashcards
What kind of political system did the Song Dynasty have?
Meritocracy
What kind of political system did the Yuan Dynasty have?
Foreign Rule
What kind of political system did the Tang Dynasty have?
Aristocracy
What were the four belief systems/religions in China?
Legalism, Buddhism, Daoism, and Confucianism
What is Buddhism?
Buddhism focuses on the four noble truths and finding your nirvana state after you die. It focuses on getting rid of selfishness and greed which will worsen your life.
What is Meritocracy?
A form of government where people are chosen based on their knowledge rather than their wealth or social class.
What is the Grand Canal?
A water way allowing for easy transport for goods and trade. It connected the Huang He and Yellow River.
What is Confucianism?
Confucianism focuses on having strong relationships, and that all will be well if these relationships are strong
What is Daoism?
A religion that focuses on living simply and in harmony with nature and knowing that there will always be good and bad.
What is Aristocracy?
A political system in which wealthy/powerful people rule
What is civil service?
A group of people employed in administration of government
What is Legalism
Legalists believed that a ruler should govern his subjects by social rank, a strong hand, and position, not by the emperor’s morals.
What is filial piety?
The 5 key relationships in life
Who was Zheng He?
An explorer who brought new ideas and technologies to China
What are Junks?
Large fleets of ships to sail to other countries
