Ancient China Flashcard

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Why is the Huang He River sometimes called China’s Sorrow?

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It often flooded, causing destruction and loss of life.

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How did the geography of China affect its civilization?

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It isolated China, leading to unique cultural development.

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What thinker believed that strong family relationships and filial piety were necessary for an ethical and orderly society?

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Confucius

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What world religion was introduced to China from India through trade routes?

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Buddhism

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What was the purpose of the Great Wall of China?

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To protect China from northern invaders

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How did the Zhou Dynasty explain the transfer of the Mandate of Heaven between dynasties?

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The old dynasty lost favor with Heaven due to corruption or weakness.

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Why did Qin Shi Huangdi order the construction of the Terracotta Army?

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To protect his tomb in the afterlife

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What valuable good did China keep a secret to maintain control over its production?

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Silk

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What was the cause of the Warring States Period?

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Rival Chinese states fought for control over China

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The Great Wall of China was built all at once as a single wall.

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False