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PC SS U3 C2
Unit 3 Chapter 2 -- Ancient China
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| What does the word dynasty mean? | a line of rulers from the same family |
| What does the word city-state mean? | a group of cities ruled by one emperor |
| What physical feature separates China and India? | Himalayas |
| Where did the first Chinese civilizations emerge? | near the Huang He |
| Which textile was most important to the economy of ancient China? | silk |
| Which recurring natural disaster shaped the lives of ancient Chinese people up through the Xia dynasty? | floods |
| Which concept was introduced by the ruler of the Zhou dynasty? | mandate of heaven |
| How was Zhou society organized? | by a feudal system |
| What role did Confucius play in ancient China? | philosopher |
| Which ideas were supported by the value of filial piety? | A country's rulers should be respected and children owe a deep respect to their parents. |
| What is the core idea of Daoism? | The world works according to natural order. |
| Which phrase best describes how oracle bones were used in ancient China? | to seek knowledge through a ceremony |
| Which advancements helped the government of the Zhou and Qin dynasties solve problems that they experienced? | construction of canals and use of forms of money |
| "Learning without thought is labor lost; thought without learning is perilous." What statement best summarizes this quotation? | Knowing facts is better than having an opinion. |
| Which two rivers provided the most fertile land for ancient Chinese farming? | Yellow River and Yangtze River |
| Which statement best explains why the Shang dynasty is important in Chinese history? | It was the first Chinese dynasty with written records. |
| What was the main idea behind the Mandate of Heaven in ancient China? | A ruler's power came from the gods, and bad rulers could lose that power. |
| How did Confucianism affect Chinese society? | It emphasized respect for elders and order in the family and government. |
| two different achievements that occurred during the Shang and Zhou dynasties helped the development of ancient China | advancements in the writing system and created bronze objects and weapons, improvements in irrigation systems and roads |
Created by:
Lisa May