Trails stretched across two continents, Europe and Asia

The new ruler of China came from the state of (chihn).

A way of governing, officials chosen by the ruler ran offices; officials helped enforce the emperor's rule.

One of Confucius' most important teaching, treating parents with respect.

A study of basic truths and ideas about the universe.

Historians call the pattern of the rise and fall of dynasties in China.

Overland trade routes, traders carried silk and other goods on caravan trails.

When a ruler was bad or foolish, the people believed the approval of the gods would be taken away.

Shang kings received messages from the gods to help people. Animal bones or turtle shells that has inscriptions scratched on it.

A belief that rulers should use the legal system to force people to obey laws.

Teachings of Laozi; contrast sharply with Legalism and Confucianism.

New emperor, he would unify and expand China.

Respect for others was absolutely necessary for peace and harmony which together form a belief system.

Started in 202 B.C. and lasted until about 220 A.D., during the same time period as the Roman Empire.

Spread of ideas and customs.