China Reunifies Section 1

The Period of Disunion was characterized by

• social harmony, military strength, and political cooperation
• religious unity, economic growth, and technological innovation
• economic prosperity, cultural advancement, and political stability
• military rule and split kingdoms

How did Chinese culture change during the Period of Disunion?

• Isolation from other cultures
• New art, music, food, and clothing styles

• Decrease in trade along the Silk Road
• Stagnation in technological advancements

Who was Empress Wu?

• Empress Wu was known for her military conquests in China.
• Empress Wu was a male emperor in China's history.
• Empress Wu was the only female emperor in the history of China.
• Empress Wu was a famous poet in ancient China.

What were Empress Wu's achievements?

• Empress Wu was a military leader, a poet, and a painter.
• Empress Wu didn't accomplish anything during her reign.

• Empress Wu brought chaos and distraction to China.

• Empress Wu brought stability and prosperity to China.

How did the reunification of China affect the common people?

• Common people were granted more political power and representation in the government.
• The reunification led to widespread famine and disease among the common people.
• Standardized laws, currencies, weights, and measures improved stability and consistency for common people.
• The reunification resulted in increased taxes and financial burdens for the common people.

What years encompass the Age of Buddhism in China?

• 5th century BCE to 5th century CE
• 3rd century CE to 8th century CE
• 2nd century BCE to 6th century CE
• 1st century CE to 10th century CE

Why did people turn to Buddhism during the Period of Disunion?

• Looking for material wealth and power
• Escaping from societal responsibilities
• To engage in violent conflicts
• Seeking spiritual solace and a sense of inner peace

How did Buddhism influence Chinese culture?

• Buddhism promoted individualism in Chinese society
• Buddhism led to the decline of Chinese art forms
• Buddhism had no impact on Chinese culture
• Buddhism introduced new art forms, literature, and architecture

Define Grand Canal p. 411

• The Grand Canal is located in Europe
• The Grand Canal is a natural river in China
• The Grand Canal is a man-made waterway in China that connects Northern and Southern China

• The Grand Canal is used for land transportation