Unit 5: Ancient China Flashcards
1
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Philosophy
A
The study of the basic ideas about knowledge, truth, right and wrong, religion, and the nature and meaning of life.
2
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Confucianism
A
Believes that a good society is based on the moral behavior of individuals as well as correct relationships between different members of society.
3
Q
Legalism
A
Believed people were born bad and a strong leader and a strong legal system are needed to create social order.
4
Q
Civil Service
A
The permanent professional branches of a government’s administration, excluding military and judicial branches and elected politicians.
5
Q
Natural Barrier
A
A physical feature that can hinder or protect travel (mountains, deserts, swamps, seas, etc.)
6
Q
Silk Road
A
Was a nickname for any route that any trader took from China to Rome.
