Han Dynasty

An instrument used to detect earthquakes is called a _____________________________.

• seismograph

• moxibustion

• chain pump

• compass

An instrument for determining direction is a __________________________.

• seismograph
• chain pump
• acupuncture
• compass

A civil servant is a ____________________________________.

• person who is kind
• person who works for the government
• another name for emperor
• priest

Calligraphy is ___________________________________________________.

• the art of fine handwriting
• making paper
• spinning thread

The use of thin needles which are inserted into the body to cure headaches is known as ________________________________.

• moxibustion
• torture
• acupuncture

The Han Dynasty lasted longer than the Qin Dynasty. 

• True
• False

The form of government structured like a pyramid where few people rule many is known as a _______________________________.

• tyranny
• bureaucracy
• caste system

Which of the following inventions helped people to communicate more easily?

• plow
• silk
• stylus
• paper

During the Han Dynasty, the Chinese learned to make swords of iron. What was the effect of this invention?

• They suffered fewer injuries in battle.
• They won fewer battles.
• They had more rebellions against the emperor.
• They rebelled against the wealthy.

During the Han Dynasty, the Chinese for the first time 

• traded silk
• got salt
• used farm animals
• painted with brushes