History: China Flashcards
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Oracle bones
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A piece of bone or shell heated and cracked by holy men to seek advice from a kings ancestors.
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Shang dynasty
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One of the first Chinese dynasties, ruled from 1700 to 1122 B.C.E
3
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Confucianism
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A Chinese philosophy that emphasizes proper behavior.
4
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Daoism
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A Chinese philosophy that emphasizes living in harmony with nature.
5
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Yin and yang
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The daoist concept of opposing forces of nature.
6
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Legalism
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A Chinese philosophy that emphasizes strict obedience to laws.
7
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Qin shi huangdi
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The first emperor to rule a united china, from 221 to 210 B.C.E.
8
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Immortal
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Able to live forever.
