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china of vocab 8
china ancient 8 chapter for vocaaaaab
Term | Definition |
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oracle bones | animal bones or turtle shells on which Shang royal priests scratched questions to the gods |
pictograph | a system of writing used simple drawings or characters for words or ideas |
dynastic cycle | the pattern of the rise and fall of dynasties in China |
Mandate of Heaven | the people believe the new dynasty has the god's approval |
philosophy | study of basic truths and ideas about the universe |
Legalism | a belief that rulers should use the legal system to force people to obey laws |
Confucianism | the book tells of Confucius' teachings which together form a belief system |
filial piety | treating parents with respect |
Daoism | the teachings of Laozi |
Silk Roads | overland trade routes traders carried silk and other goods on caravan trails |
trans-Eurasian | |
cultural diffusion |