Lesson 6.36: Confucianism and the Han Dynasty

How did the implementation of Confucianism contribute to the Han Dynasty?

• It led to economic decline.

• It caused social unrest.

• It resulted in political success and longevity.

• It weakened the military.

Who gained control by 206 BCE to start the Han Dynasty?

• Qin Shi Huang

• Liu Bang

• Sun Tzu

• Confucius

For approximately how many years did the Han Dynasty rule?

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 400 years

• 600 years

What principles outlined the Han Dynasty's government?

• Buddhist principles

• Confucian principles

• Taoist principles

• Legalist principles

What do many people in China still call themselves, reflecting the influence of the Han Dynasty?

• Qin

• Tang

• Han

• Ming

What did the first Han emperor seek help from?

• Military generals

• Confucian scholars

• Foreign diplomats

• Merchants

What did the Han dynasty encourage besides learning?

• Higher taxes

• Lower taxes

• Isolation

• Trade restrictions

What examples did the Han dynasty set?

• Wealth and power

• Mercy and proper behavior

• Fear and control

• Innovation and technology

Under which emperor did the Han dynasty expand China's territory?

• Emperor Qin

• Emperor Wudi

• Emperor Ming

• Emperor Gaozu

Into which regions did the Han dynasty extend?

• Europe and Africa

• Central Asia, Vietnam, and Korea

• India and Japan

• Middle East and Australia