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China Vocab. 2
China Vocabulary 2/Quiz 1/19/16
Question | Answer |
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A type of ceramic invented by the Chinese. It is thin, strong, and beautiful. It is often called "china" in the west. | Porcelain |
A religious temple that is built as a tower with many tiers and roofs. | Pagoda |
The nomadic peoples of the north who often raided China. | Mongols |
A luxurious material made from the cocoons of silkworms | Silk |
A type of Chinese sailboat that is typically flat bottomed and uses fully battened sails. | Junk |
A trade route that ran from northern China to Europe | Silk Road |
A type of baked clay ceramic. | Terracota |
The five elements of ancient Chinese philosophy are wood, fire, earth, water, and metal. | The Five Elements |
A revered mythical creature that has the long body of a serpent, sharp teeth, four legs with sharp talons, and can fly. | Dragon |
A religion or philosophy based on the teaching of Confucius. | Confucianism |