Exploring the Han Dynasty

Front

What was the primary basis of China's social order during the Han dynasty?

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Confucian values

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Which group of people made up about 90 percent of the population in Han China?

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Farmers

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What was a significant product of Han China that was traded along the Silk Road?

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Silk

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Which invention from the Han dynasty was used to detect earthquakes?

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Seismometer

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What was the status of women in Han society compared to men?

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Lower

Front

Which industry was important in Han China besides silk production?

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Iron production

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What was one of the key values in Han society according to Confucian teachings?

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Family loyalty

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Which of the following was NOT an achievement of Han China? Development of paper, Invention of the wheelbarrow, Discovery of gunpowder, Advances in astronomy

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Discovery of gunpowder

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What role did Han emperors play in the economy?

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They tried to control the economy.

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Which cultural achievement was supported by Han China's economic prosperity?

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Advances in calligraphy