The Han Dynasty Expands

The Han Dynasty Expands

The Han Dynasty Expands

The Han dynasty replaced the Qin in 206 BCE.

The Han emperors built on the successes of the Qin to create one of the most influential dynasties in Chinese history.

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When did the Han dynasty replace the Qin dynasty?

• 221 BCE

• 206 BCE

• 164 BCE

• 100 BCE

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What is one characteristic of the Han dynasty mentioned?

• It is from the 3rd century BCE.

• It was known for its military power.

• It replaced the Zhou dynasty?

• It built on the successes of the Qin to be the most influential in China.

How did the Han Govern China?

When the first Han emperor took power, he quickly reversed the Qin rulers’ harsh and cruel methods. At the same time, he did follow the example of the Qin by creating a strong central government. The Han established an effective civil service. This is system of government employees mainly selected for their skills and knowledge.

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What action did the first Han emperor take regarding the Qin rulers' methods?

• He intensified them.

• He reversed them.

• He continued them.

• He ignored them.

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What aspect of the Qin dynasty did the Han dynasty emulate?

• Harsh and cruel methods

• Weak central government

• Strict legalism

• Strong central government

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What did the Han dynasty establish to govern effectively?

• Autocratic rule

• Aristocratic heirarchy

• A feudal system

• civil service

How did the Han Govern China?

Han government was organized like a pyramid. Town and village officials were at the base. The emperor and his advisors were at the top. In between were several layers of other officials. Many officials were chosen based on their knowledge of Confucian ideas. They did not inherit their jobs.

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How was the Han government structured?

• Linear

• Circular

• Like a pyramid

• Like a circle

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How were many officials chosen for their positions in the Han government?

• By inheritance

• Through military prowess

• Based on their knowledge of Confucian ideas

• Through religious ceremonies

How did the Han Govern China?

The Han dynasty ruled China for over 400 years. Over time, however, it weakened. China was again plunged into disunity for several centuries.

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How long did the Han dynasty rule China?

• 200 years

• 300 years

• Over 400 years

• Less than 100 years

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What happened to China after the weakening of the Han dynasty?

• It experienced a period of prosperity

• It was conquered by foreign powers

• It was plunged into disunity for several centuries

• It continued to thrive under strong leadership

The Silk Road

One of the most lasting contributions of the Han dynasty was the establishment of the Silk Road.

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What was one of the most lasting contributions of the Han dynasty?

• The establishment of the Great Wall

• The invention of paper

• The establishment of the Silk Road

• The development of Confucian philosophy

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What is the Silk Road?

• A network of trade routes that crossed Europe

• A network of trade routes that crossed Africa

• A network of trade routes that crossed Asia

• A network of trade routes that crossed the Americas

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Why is the Silk Road called the "Silk Road"?

• Because it was made entirely of silk

• Because it was used exclusively by silk merchants

• Because China's most important export, silk, traveled along it

• Because it was discovered by a silk merchant

The Silk Road

The Silk Road is a network of trade routes that crossed Asia, connecting China to Central and southwest Asia. The name “Silk Road” comes from China’s most important export—silk.

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Aside from silk, what was exchanged along the Silk Road in addition to trade goods?

• Animals

• People

• Inventions such as paper, glass and others.

• Precious stones

The Silk Road

The Silk Road also led to the exchange of ideas. One important idea that arrived in China on the Silk Road was Buddhism. This religion, which had started in India, became very popular in China.

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What important idea arrived in China on the Silk Road?

• Confucianism

• Legalism

• Buddhism

• Taoism

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Where did Buddhism originate?

• China

• Japan

• India

• Persia