Religion that spread from India to China
Buddhism
Ruled China longer than any other dynasty
Zhou/Dynasty
Chinese system of beliefs that describe the way a king must rule
Dao
Which Chinese invention helped the sea shipping merchants?
rudder
Why was the Chinese invention of the water wheel important?
to grind more grain
Why did Wu Wang lead a rebellion against the Shang government?
Because the ruler was a tyrant
In the Mandate of Heaven, where did the king's right to rule come from?
gods
Which invention used the new technology for iron making?
farm plow/cast iron plow
Who was the founder of Daoism, whose name means "the Old Master"?
Laozi
What period of time made people look for ways to restore order in China?
period of the warring states
What was the Silk Road?
a network of trade routes
What was the common goal of Confucianism, Daoism, and legalism?
To have a well-run and peaceful society
What was China's first dynasty?
Shang Dynasty
Under which dynasty did the culture flourish?
Han Dynasty
What was the result of Zhang Qian's exploration of the west?
Trade increased
Ancient Chinese civilizations developed along large _______________
rivers
Why did Han Wudi's civil service system favor the rich?
Because you had to be wealthy enough to afford education to pass the test.
What does Confucianism say about how husbands and wives should treat each other?
Husbands should treat wives with support, Wives should obey husbands
What does Confucianism say about how children should treat their parents?
With respect, honor, and obedience/obey them