Ancient China Flashcard

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What system did the Zhou develop that used pictographs?

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Writing

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What is a bodhisattva?

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A person who has reached enlightenment but delays nirvana to help others reach enlightenment.

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Which philosophy taught that man is evil by nature and needs to be controlled by strict laws?

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Legalism

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What relationship did Confucius leave out of his five basic relationships?

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People and God.

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What was an achievement of the Han dynasty?

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The invention of the seismoscope for detecting earthquakes.

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What is the Mandate of Heaven?

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A Chinese political and religious doctrine used to justify the rule of the Emperor.

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Who was Confucius?

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A Chinese philosopher who emphasized moral integrity and the importance of social relationships.

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What is the significance of the Great Wall of China?

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It was built to protect against invasions and to control trade along the Silk Road.

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What was the Silk Road?

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A network of trade routes that connected China to the Mediterranean, facilitating trade and cultural exchange.

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What is Daoism?

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A philosophical and religious tradition that emphasizes living in harmony with the Dao, or the fundamental nature of the universe.