Eastern Civilizations - Vocab

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Chinese dynasty that established the first centralized imperial government and built much of the Great Wall.

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QIN DYNASTY

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Dynasty of North India known for classical art and literature.

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GUPTA EMPIRE

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Rigid categories in ancient India determining occupation, economic potential, and social position, partly based on skin color.

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CASTE SYSTEM

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Ancient Chinese belief that heaven granted emperors the right to rule based on their governance ability.

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MANDATE OF HEAVEN

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A Chinese teacher, editor, politician, and philosopher.

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CONFUCIUS

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Route between the Roman Empire and China.

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SILK ROAD

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Indian religious leader

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BUDDHA

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Fortified walls with a roadway, built for defense against the Mongols.

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GREAT WALL OF CHINA

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Term for speakers of Indo-European languages

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ARYANS

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Major Indian religion originating from Aryan beliefs post-1500 BC.

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HINDUISM