Midterm Review 24

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What is feudalism?

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A system where land is exchanged for military service and loyalty.

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What is a dynasty?

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A family that rules a country for several generations

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Who was Shi Huangdi?

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The first emperor of China who unified the country

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What was the Silk Road?

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A series of trade routes connecting China with Europe and the Middle East.

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What is a monopoly?

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A market controlled by one seller, limiting competition.

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What is expansionism?

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A policy of expanding a country’s territory

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What is acupuncture?

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Medical practice of inserting needles to reduce pain

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Who was Confucius?

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A philosopher who focused on ethics, morality, and government

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What is the Dynastic Cycle?

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The historical pattern of the rise and fall of dynasties in China

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What was legalism?

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A belief in strict laws and harsh punishments to maintain order