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Key Content/Core Terms
Term | Definition |
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aristocracy | a ruling class of noble families |
bureaucracy | a highly complex body of workers with many levels of authority |
civil service examinations | a test given to qualify candidates for positions in the government |
dynasty | a line of rulers descended from one family |
imperial | belonging or related to an emperor; China had many dynastic emperors |
irrigation | a means of supplying land with water |
meritocracy | rule by officials of proven merit |
warlords | a military leader operating outside the control of the government |
Sui Dynasty | reunification of China; 589-616 C.E. |