AP World Vocabulary Unit 1.1

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Mandate of Heaven

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The Mandate of Heaven is a justification for the rule of the emperor in China.

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Song Dynasty

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known for its significant economic and cultural advancements, including a flourishing of scholarship, technological innovations, and a strong emphasis on civil service examinations, making it a period of great prosperity in Chinese history

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bureaucracy

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Bureaucracy is a system of administration characterized by hierarchical structure and strict rules.

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What is meritocracy?

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A system where advancement is based on individual merit.

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what is a tributary system?

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A tributary system is a political and economic arrangement where subordinate entities pay tribute to a dominant power.

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What is the aristocracy?

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A class of people holding high social status, often due to noble lineage or wealth.

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What is patriarchy?

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A social system where men hold primary power and dominate in various societal roles.

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What was foot binding?

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Foot binding was a practice in China of tightly binding the feet of young girls to alter their shape for beauty and status.

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What is Buddhism?

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Buddhism is a spiritual tradition based on the teachings of the Buddha that focuses on overcoming suffering and achieving enlightenment.

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What is Theravada Buddhism?

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Theravada Buddhism is a major branch of Buddhism that emphasizes individual enlightenment and the teachings of the Buddha as found in the Pali Canon.