Topic 5 Lesson 4 Notes

Open Ended

What geographic and political factors contributed to the strength of the Qin kingdom in northwestern China?

Multiple Choice

What were some of the main challenges faced by the Qin after uniting China in 221 BCE?

• Varied languages and customs

• Constant danger of rebellion

• Invasion from nomads

• Lack of resources

Multiple Choice

Based on the map, what geographic features helped define the boundaries of the Qin Dynasty?

• Rivers and the Great Wall

• Mountains and deserts

• Oceans and lakes

• Forests and valleys

Open Ended

Why did the Qin ruler decide to declare himself Shi Huangdi instead of keeping the title 'king'?

Open Ended

Describe the difficulties faced by workers during the construction of the Great Wall of China.

Multiple Select

Which actions did Shi Huangdi take to defend his empire? Select all that apply.

• Tore down walls built by local kingdoms

• Built the Great Wall of China

• Allowed local leaders to defend their territory

• Connected old walls to make a huge stone barrier

Multiple Choice

Why did the Great Wall of China not always keep nomads out?

• Because the wall was not tall enough

• Because determined invaders were able to get around the wall

• Because the wall was made of weak materials

• Because the wall was only built in certain areas

Open Ended

Explain how standardizing transportation benefited China during the Qin dynasty.

Multiple Select

What are some ways the Qin government standardized daily life in China?

• By creating a single written language

• By establishing a standard length for vehicle axles

• By creating a uniform set of weights and measures

• By dividing China into provinces

Open Ended

Describe the organization of the Qin Empire's government and how it helped maintain control.

Multiple Choice

What were some of the actions taken by Shi Huangdi that contributed to both the unification and the downfall of the Qin Dynasty?

• He encouraged trade and diplomacy

• He created strict laws and forced people to work on projects

• He promoted Confucianism

• He allowed local rulers to govern independently

Open Ended

How did the philosophy of Legalism influence the government of the Qin Dynasty?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about Han Feizi's beliefs is correct?

• Han Feizi agreed with Confucianism

• Han Feizi believed people could be led by setting a good example

• Han Feizi believed strict laws were necessary to force people to be good

• Han Feizi thought laws should be relaxed

Open Ended

Compare the views of Confucius and Han Feizi on how people should be led and controlled.

Multiple Choice

According to Han Feizi, what is the effect of punishing severely for light crimes?

• People will commit more serious crimes

• Disorder will increase

• People will commit no crimes and disorder will not arise

• People will abandon light offenses

Open Ended

How did the emperor's harsh laws impact the people and the stability of the Qin Dynasty?

Multiple Choice

What was the main reason for the fall of the Qin Dynasty?

• Strict enforcement of harsh laws

• Weak military

• Economic collapse

• Foreign invasion

Open Ended

Reflecting on the lesson, how do you think unity impacted the development of political structures in ancient China?

Multiple Select

What geographic features contributed to the strength and unity of the Qin kingdom in northwestern China?

• Mountainous terrain

• Proximity to Central Asia

• Efficient government

• Access to the sea