Ancient China Gov't and Econ

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What type of government best describes the ruling dynasties of Ancient China?

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unlimited monarchy

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What best describes Emperor Qin?

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His rule was legalist: strict and controlling.

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Qin Shi Huangdi, the first emperor of China is widely known for stopping the invading Barbarians of the North by building which historical monument?

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The Great Wall

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What was the primary purpose of the Grand Canal in ancient China?

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Trade and transportation

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What was the main difference between the Qin dynasty and the Han dynasty?

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The Qin dynasty enforced strict and hard rule and controlled its people while the Han dynasty created a stable government based on the ideas of Confucius.

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Why did the ideals of Confucianism appeal to Han rulers?

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They hoped to create a well-run and respectful government.

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How did the development of the Silk Road benefit the Chinese economy?

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It opened new areas of trade for Chinese workers and merchants.

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Identify one way in which China benefited from the Silk Road.

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China got new goods and more jobs.

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Which statement supports the CULTURAL impact of the Silk Road?

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Spread of ideas, food, and innovations between Asia and Europe

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What type of currency did they use in Ancient China?

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minted metal coins with square holes