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From what language does the name 'China' originate?
From what language does the name 'China' originate?
- Persian
- Greek
- Latin
- Sanskrit (correct)
Which dynasty's name is the source of the name 'China'?
Which dynasty's name is the source of the name 'China'?
- Tang Dynasty
- Ming Dynasty
- Qin Dynasty (correct)
- Han Dynasty
How did the name 'China' become known in the West?
How did the name 'China' become known in the West?
- Through direct military campaigns
- Through trade along the Silk Road (correct)
- Through translations of religious texts
- Through global seafaring expeditions
What was the Persian translation of the Sanskrit 'Cina'?
What was the Persian translation of the Sanskrit 'Cina'?
What is the relative age of Chinese culture compared to other cultures?
What is the relative age of Chinese culture compared to other cultures?
Flashcards
Ancient China's cultural legacy
Ancient China's cultural legacy
The earliest known, continuously existing culture on the planet.
Cina
Cina
Sanskrit word derived from the Qin Dynasty, which was pronounced 'Chin'.
Cin
Cin
The Persian translation of Cina.
Silk Road
Silk Road
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Cultural transmission
Cultural transmission
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Study Notes
Ancient Chinese Culture
- Ancient China boasts the world's oldest extant culture.
- The name "China" originates from the Sanskrit word "Cina."
- "Cina" stems from the Qin Dynasty's name (pronounced "Chin").
- Persians rendered the name as "Cin."
- The name likely gained popularity via Silk Road trade.
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