24/25 Politics of China

Front

In the Mandate of Heaven, where did the kings' right to rule come from?

Back

the gods

Front

What is a dynasty?

Back

A series of rulers from the same family

Front

Which dynasty may have been the first, but many say is just a myth?

Back

Xia

Front

What is the idea that humans were evil by nature and it was necessary for the government to control them using fear, strict laws and harsh punishment?

Back

Legalism

Front

What is a theocracy?

Back

A theocracy is a government system where priests or religious leaders rule in the name of a deity.