Ancient China Vocab Flocab

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Chinese mystical philosophy based on Lao Tzu's teachings, promoting a simple, honest life in harmony with nature.

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Taoism

Front

European traders traveled the ________ to buy spices from China, connecting China and Rome for trade.

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The Silk Road

Front

A Chinese Emperor would create a ___________________, an official ruling for his subjects.

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mandate

Front

When someone ______________, they focus the mind or think deeply to relax or calm down.

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meditates

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The _______________________, originally built for defense, was modified and rebuilt many times and is thousands of miles long.

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Great Wall of China

Front

Green gemstone from China, used in jewelry.

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Jade

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Chinese philosopher and teacher (551-479 BCE)

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Confucius

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A family of rulers in power; the time a country is led by the same family.

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Dynasty

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The Forbidden City is in ___________________, China's capital.

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Beijing

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In China, ____________ is a competitive exam for government jobs.

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civil service