Han Dynasty

What happened in A.D. 220?

• The Sui Dynasty began.

• The Tang Dynasty made reforms.

• The Han dynasty collapsed and China was ruled by warlords for 300 years.

• The first printed book was created.

Which dynasty's rulers created a government based on the ideas of Confucius?

• the Shang dynasty

• the Zhou dynasty

• the Qin dynasty

• the Han dynasty

Identify what factors led to the growth of trade during the Han dynasty?

• Construction of the Great Wall of China

• Establishment of the Silk Road, introduction of paper money, development of a standardized coinage system, and promotion of maritime trade through the South China Sea.

• Introduction of the printing press

• Expansion of the Roman Empire

Draw conclusions why do you think there were silk garments in China?

• Silk garments were primarily worn for practical reasons rather than luxury

• Silk production originated in China, making it more accessible and affordable. Silk was considered a luxurious and high-quality fabric.

• Silk garments were introduced to China by European traders

• Silk garments were popular in China due to their affordability and availability in other regions

Who created the compass?

• Humphrey Davy

• Guglielmo Marconi

• Han dynasty

• Nikola Tesla

What scientific advancement is attributed to the Han Dynasty in the field of astronomy?

• Development of the armillary sphere

• Invention of the telescope

• Discovery of the planet Neptune

• Creation of the heliocentric model

Which scientific tool, crucial for navigation, was developed during the Han Dynasty?

• Astrolabe

• Compass

• Sextant

• Chronometer

What was the Han Dynasty's contribution to the field of chemistry?

• Discovery of gunpowder

• Development of alchemy

• Invention of paper

• Creation of the first periodic table

Which medical practice was formalized during the Han Dynasty?

• Acupuncture

• Homeopathy

• Vaccination

• Surgery

What material, essential for writing and documentation, was invented during the Han Dynasty?

• Papyrus

• Parchment

• Paper

• Vellum