APWH Unit 1 Flashcards
What year did the Sui Dynasty begin?
581
Who founded the Sui Dynasty?
Yang Jian (Emperor Wen)
What major engineering feat is the Sui Dynasty known for?
Construction of the Grand Canal
What was the primary outcome of the Sui Dynasty?
Reunification of China under a single imperial rule
When did the Tang Dynasty rule?
618 to 907
What is the Tang Dynasty considered in terms of Chinese history?
One of the greatest periods of peace and prosperity
What cultural influences shaped the Tang Dynasty?
Trade and cultural exchange with Asia, Europe, and the Middle East
What led to the decline of the Tang Dynasty?
Internal conflicts, economic problems, and external invasions
What years did the Song Dynasty rule?
960 to 1279
What economic system did the Song Dynasty adopt?
A paper money system
What was a significant military struggle during the Song Dynasty?
Wars against the Jurchen-led Jin Dynasty
What characterizes a bureaucracy?
A hierarchical structure, division of labor, standardized procedures
Define meritocracy.
A society or organization where individuals are selected based on their merit
What was the purpose of the Civil Service Exam system?
To select individuals for government positions based on their abilities
What social class emerged from passing the Civil Service Exams?
Scholar gentry
What were the scholar-gentry known for?
Their love of literature, art, and philosophy
What major engineering project links the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers?
The Grand Canal
What was the significance of gunpowder in Chinese history?
Revolutionized warfare and had a significant impact on modern societies
Where is Champa rice grown?
Champa region of Vietnam
What is the primary use of coal in China?
To generate electricity
What role did artisans play in ancient China?
They created fine and decorative arts and were integral to the economy
What is the tribute system?
A system where a weaker state pays tribute to a more powerful state for protection
When was paper invented in China?
2nd century AD
What is a characteristic feature of China’s social structure since the Han Dynasty?
It is hierarchical
