Define the term 'standardize'.

To make consistent or uniform; to establish a standard.

Define the term 'Legalism'.

Legalism is a political philosophy in ancient China that emphasizes strict adherence to laws, with the belief that a strong legal framework is necessary to maintain order and control in society.

Define the term 'Confucianism'.

A philosophical and ethical system based on the teachings of Confucius, emphasizing moral integrity, social harmony, and respect for tradition.

Define the term 'Daoism'.

A philosophical and religious tradition from China emphasizing living in harmony with the Dao, which is the fundamental principle that is the source of all existence.

Define the term 'envoy'.

ambassador, messenger, representative

Define the term 'civil service'.

The civil service is a body of government employees selected for their professional expertise and competence, responsible for implementing government policies and providing public services.

Define the term 'Silk Road'.

Silk Road refers to the ancient trade routes that connected the East and West, facilitating the exchange of goods, culture, and ideas.

Define the term 'monopoly'.

A market structure where a single seller controls the entire supply of a product or service.

Define the term 'acupuncture'.

a form of alternative medicine that involves inserting needles into the body at specific points to alleviate pain and treat various conditions.

Define the term 'calligraphy'.

the art of beautiful handwriting.

Chinese society emerged along the Huang River primarily due to:

The fertile land and water resources provided by the river.

Compare and contrast the many differences as well as similarities between the Shang, Zhou, Qin, and Han dynasties. (How did they organize themselves? Any belief systems? Forms of government? Accomplishments?)

The Shang, Zhou, Qin, and Han dynasties had distinct differences in their organization, belief systems, forms of government, and accomplishments.

The Zhou dynasty gained power through the Mandate of Heaven, which was a belief that:

the Zhou were chosen by the gods to rule.

What role did belief in spirits and reverence for ancestry play in Chinese religion? What roles did Confucianism and Daoism play in the politics and society of ancient China?

Belief in spirits and reverence for ancestry were central to Chinese religion, while Confucianism and Daoism influenced politics and society.

What role did social customs and government policies play in helping to unify the Han dynasty? What role did Confucianism play in development of civil service and what role did the Silk Road play in the spread of ideas, especially Buddhism, and of trade?

Social customs and government policies unified the Han dynasty by promoting Confucianism, which developed the civil service, and the Silk Road spread ideas and trade, including Buddhism.

How did Confucian teachings shape Han society? Why was the economy strong under the Han and what were some of the major achievements in the arts, sciences, and technology?

Confucian teachings promoted social harmony and hierarchy, leading to a stable society. The economy was strong due to agricultural advancements and trade. Major achievements included papermaking, the seismograph, and silk weaving.

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Define the term 'loess'.

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loess

2.

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Define the term 'dike'.

Back

A barrier used to regulate or hold back water

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Define the term 'oracle bone'.

Back

oracle bone

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Define the term 'pictograph'.

Back

A pictograph is a visual representation of data using images or symbols.

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Define the term 'logograph'.

Back

A logograph is a written character that represents a word or phrase.

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Define the term 'Mandate of Heaven'.

Back

The Mandate of Heaven is a Chinese political and religious doctrine used to justify the rule of the Emperor of China, asserting that heaven grants the emperor the right to rule based on their ability to govern well and fairly.

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Define the term 'warlord'.

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A military commander exercising civil power by force, usually in a limited area.

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