Ancient China Flashcards

A leader who has his own army.

A person who belongs to the highest class of society.

A family member who is no longer living.

A symbol in a writing system based on pictures.

A symbol in a writing system that represents a thing or an idea.

A group of non-elected government officials.

Having title or possession by reason of birth.

The belief that the Chinese king’s right to rule came from the gods.

A Chinese philosophy focused on obtaining long life and living in harmony with nature.

A system of beliefs based on the teachings of Confucius; duty is the central idea.