Ancient China Vocabulary

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What is li?

Back

proper behavior

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What is the time in Ancient China's history when kings were weak and the lords fought constantly?

Back

Time of the Warring States

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Oracle bone

Back

An animal bone or turtle shell used by the Shang kings of China to communicate with the gods.

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Pictograph

Back

A picture or drawing that represents a word or an idea.

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What is the pattern of the rise and fall of dynasties?

Back

Dynastic Cycle

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What is filial piety?

Back

Respect for one's parents and ancestors

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What is the study of basic truths and ideas?

Back

A philosophy

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What is the Mandate of Heaven?

Back

An ancient Chinese belief that a ruler had the gods' approval

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Daoism

Back

an ancient Chinese philosophy based on the teachings of Laozi

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What is Confucianism?

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a philosophy taught by Confucius that stresses proper relationships