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Which dynasty is known for its reunification of China after centuries of fragmentation?
Which dynasty is known for its reunification of China after centuries of fragmentation?
The Tang Dynasty is recognized for its cosmopolitan culture influenced by trade with Europe and the Middle East.
The Tang Dynasty is recognized for its cosmopolitan culture influenced by trade with Europe and the Middle East.
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What significant engineering project was completed during the Sui Dynasty?
What significant engineering project was completed during the Sui Dynasty?
The Grand Canal
The ______ Dynasty is known for its significant cultural achievements and technological innovations.
The ______ Dynasty is known for its significant cultural achievements and technological innovations.
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Match the dynasty with its notable achievement:
Match the dynasty with its notable achievement:
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Which dynasty is known for its extensive trade network and adoption of a paper money system?
Which dynasty is known for its extensive trade network and adoption of a paper money system?
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The Tang Dynasty eventually declined due to internal conflicts, economic problems, and external invasions.
The Tang Dynasty eventually declined due to internal conflicts, economic problems, and external invasions.
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What major event followed the decline of the Tang Dynasty?
What major event followed the decline of the Tang Dynasty?
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What was the name of the epic that told the story of Sundiata Keita, the founder of the Kingdom of Mali?
What was the name of the epic that told the story of Sundiata Keita, the founder of the Kingdom of Mali?
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The term "Dark Ages" accurately reflects the period of decline and stagnation in Western Europe following the fall of Rome.
The term "Dark Ages" accurately reflects the period of decline and stagnation in Western Europe following the fall of Rome.
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The ______ Empire, centered in Constantinople, was a major power in Eastern Europe during the period.
The ______ Empire, centered in Constantinople, was a major power in Eastern Europe during the period.
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Which of these dynasties are associated with the flourishing of China during Period 1?
Which of these dynasties are associated with the flourishing of China during Period 1?
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Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:
Match the following terms with their corresponding definitions:
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What are the two major caliphates that emerged in the Middle East after the death of Muhammad?
What are the two major caliphates that emerged in the Middle East after the death of Muhammad?
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Which of the following is considered a classic work of West African literature?
Which of the following is considered a classic work of West African literature?
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The Vikings had a significant and lasting impact on the development of societies in the Americas.
The Vikings had a significant and lasting impact on the development of societies in the Americas.
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The two major empires in the Americas during this period were the ______ and the ______.
The two major empires in the Americas during this period were the ______ and the ______.
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What is the term used to describe the spread of Chinese culture and influence?
What is the term used to describe the spread of Chinese culture and influence?
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Champa rice is known for its _____.
Champa rice is known for its _____.
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China's coal reserves are among the smallest in the world.
China's coal reserves are among the smallest in the world.
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What is the primary use of coal in China?
What is the primary use of coal in China?
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Chinese artisans were skilled in crafts such as ceramics, textiles, _____, metalworking, and painting.
Chinese artisans were skilled in crafts such as ceramics, textiles, _____, metalworking, and painting.
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Which of these is NOT a notable example of a Chinese public works project?
Which of these is NOT a notable example of a Chinese public works project?
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The tribute system was a system of international relations where stronger states paid tribute to weaker states.
The tribute system was a system of international relations where stronger states paid tribute to weaker states.
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What was the primary use of paper in ancient China?
What was the primary use of paper in ancient China?
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The ______ Dynasty marked the beginning of a stable hierarchical social structure in China.
The ______ Dynasty marked the beginning of a stable hierarchical social structure in China.
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Where is the Champa region of Vietnam located?
Where is the Champa region of Vietnam located?
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China's coal mines are primarily located in the southern and eastern parts of the country.
China's coal mines are primarily located in the southern and eastern parts of the country.
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Besides electricity generation, what other industrial products utilize coal in China?
Besides electricity generation, what other industrial products utilize coal in China?
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Chinese artisans often worked in _____ or workshops.
Chinese artisans often worked in _____ or workshops.
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Which of these Chinese public works projects is considered one of the most famous in the world?
Which of these Chinese public works projects is considered one of the most famous in the world?
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Which of the following are characteristics of a bureaucracy?
Which of the following are characteristics of a bureaucracy?
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The tribute system encouraged military conflict between tributary and receiving states.
The tribute system encouraged military conflict between tributary and receiving states.
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What was the innovative printing technique invented in China?
What was the innovative printing technique invented in China?
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The meritocracy system in China was only implemented during the Song Dynasty.
The meritocracy system in China was only implemented during the Song Dynasty.
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What were the primary factors contributing to the economic development of China during the Song Dynasty?
What were the primary factors contributing to the economic development of China during the Song Dynasty?
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The ______ was a massive engineering project in ancient China that connected the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers, facilitating trade.
The ______ was a massive engineering project in ancient China that connected the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers, facilitating trade.
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Match the following Chinese Dynasties to their significant contributions:
Match the following Chinese Dynasties to their significant contributions:
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What was the primary purpose of the Civil Service Exam in ancient China?
What was the primary purpose of the Civil Service Exam in ancient China?
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Those who passed the Civil Service Exam entered a new social class known as the merchant gentry.
Those who passed the Civil Service Exam entered a new social class known as the merchant gentry.
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What was the role of the scholar-gentry in ancient China?
What was the role of the scholar-gentry in ancient China?
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Gunpowder was initially used for ______ and ______ purposes in China.
Gunpowder was initially used for ______ and ______ purposes in China.
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Which of these empires were NOT located in Africa during the post-classical period?
Which of these empires were NOT located in Africa during the post-classical period?
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Foot binding in China was a practice primarily aimed at enhancing women's physical strength.
Foot binding in China was a practice primarily aimed at enhancing women's physical strength.
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What was the primary purpose of the Bushido Code in feudal Japan?
What was the primary purpose of the Bushido Code in feudal Japan?
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The ______ was a powerful military leader in feudal Japan.
The ______ was a powerful military leader in feudal Japan.
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Which of the following is NOT a key element of the post-classical period (1200-1450)?
Which of the following is NOT a key element of the post-classical period (1200-1450)?
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The Vietnamese embraced Confucianism to the same extent as Korea.
The Vietnamese embraced Confucianism to the same extent as Korea.
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Which of these figures is associated with the Kingdom of Mali?
Which of these figures is associated with the Kingdom of Mali?
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What is the significance of the Tale of Genji in Japanese culture?
What is the significance of the Tale of Genji in Japanese culture?
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Match the following empires or civilizations with their associated geographic regions:
Match the following empires or civilizations with their associated geographic regions:
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The ______ Road was a major trade route connecting the East and West.
The ______ Road was a major trade route connecting the East and West.
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Which of the following is NOT a factor that influenced the development of distinct societies in the periphery of China?
Which of the following is NOT a factor that influenced the development of distinct societies in the periphery of China?
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The AP World History course focuses exclusively on events in Europe and the Americas.
The AP World History course focuses exclusively on events in Europe and the Americas.
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What are the main reasons why the year 1200 is considered a starting point for the post-classical period?
What are the main reasons why the year 1200 is considered a starting point for the post-classical period?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason why 1450 is considered a turning point marking the end of the post-classical period?
Which of the following is NOT a reason why 1450 is considered a turning point marking the end of the post-classical period?
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The AP World History exam requires students to analyze historical events only through a purely chronological lens.
The AP World History exam requires students to analyze historical events only through a purely chronological lens.
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The ______ Code was a unique brand of chivalry practiced by the samurai.
The ______ Code was a unique brand of chivalry practiced by the samurai.
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The Grand Canal was built solely during the Sui Dynasty.
The Grand Canal was built solely during the Sui Dynasty.
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Which of these options are correct? (Select all that apply)
Which of these options are correct? (Select all that apply)
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The scholar-gentry were often criticized for their lack of practical experience.
The scholar-gentry were often criticized for their lack of practical experience.
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A ______ is a society or organization in which individuals are selected and promoted based on their merit, or their ability and talent.
A ______ is a society or organization in which individuals are selected and promoted based on their merit, or their ability and talent.
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Sui Dynasty
Sui Dynasty
A short-lived dynasty in China (581-618) that reunited the country after fragmentation.
Grand Canal
Grand Canal
A major engineering feat connecting the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers, facilitating trade in Sui Dynasty.
Tang Dynasty
Tang Dynasty
An influential Chinese dynasty (618-907) known for peace, prosperity, and cultural achievements.
Cultural Exchange
Cultural Exchange
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Song Dynasty
Song Dynasty
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Paper Money System
Paper Money System
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Jurchen-led Jin Dynasty
Jurchen-led Jin Dynasty
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Military Campaigns
Military Campaigns
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Han Dynasty basic society
Han Dynasty basic society
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Foot binding
Foot binding
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Core vs Periphery
Core vs Periphery
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Post-Classical Japan
Post-Classical Japan
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Shintoism
Shintoism
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Samurai
Samurai
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Korea's adoption of Confucianism
Korea's adoption of Confucianism
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Vietnam's resistance to China
Vietnam's resistance to China
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Periodization
Periodization
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Period 1 (1200-1450)
Period 1 (1200-1450)
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Renaissance start (1450)
Renaissance start (1450)
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SPICE themes
SPICE themes
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Champa Rice
Champa Rice
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Mekong Delta
Mekong Delta
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Chinese Coal
Chinese Coal
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Public Works
Public Works
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The Great Wall of China
The Great Wall of China
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Tribute System
Tribute System
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Hierarchical Social Structure
Hierarchical Social Structure
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Artisans
Artisans
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Papermaking Origins
Papermaking Origins
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Woodblock Printing
Woodblock Printing
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Sichuan Basin Irrigation
Sichuan Basin Irrigation
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Ceramics and Textiles
Ceramics and Textiles
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Industrial Use of Coal
Industrial Use of Coal
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Social Inequalities in Hierarchies
Social Inequalities in Hierarchies
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Bureaucracy
Bureaucracy
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Meritocracy
Meritocracy
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Civil Service Exam
Civil Service Exam
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Scholar-Gentry
Scholar-Gentry
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Gunpowder
Gunpowder
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Yangtze River
Yangtze River
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Yellow River
Yellow River
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Confucian Classics
Confucian Classics
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Economy 1200-1450
Economy 1200-1450
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Reforms
Reforms
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Hierarchical Structure
Hierarchical Structure
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Formalized Communication
Formalized Communication
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Efficiency
Efficiency
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Mansa Musa
Mansa Musa
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The Epic of Sundiata
The Epic of Sundiata
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Griots
Griots
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Feudalism
Feudalism
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Catholic Church
Catholic Church
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Great Schism
Great Schism
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Dynasty system
Dynasty system
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Dar al-Islam
Dar al-Islam
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Umayyads and Abbasids
Umayyads and Abbasids
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Aztecs and Incas
Aztecs and Incas
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Patriarchal Society
Patriarchal Society
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Impact of Core Societies
Impact of Core Societies
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Bushido Code
Bushido Code
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Confucianism in Korea
Confucianism in Korea
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Vietnamese Independence
Vietnamese Independence
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Periodization in History
Periodization in History
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Empires post-Rome Collapse
Empires post-Rome Collapse
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Trade Routes Expansion
Trade Routes Expansion
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Turning Point of 1450
Turning Point of 1450
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SPICE Framework
SPICE Framework
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Post-Classical Japan Society
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Influence of Buddhism
Influence of Buddhism
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Study Notes
Sui Dynasty
- Founded by Yang Jian (Emperor Wen) in 581.
- Ended with the assassination of Yang Guang (Emperor Gong) in 618.
- Reunited China after centuries of fragmentation.
- Constructed the Grand Canal, linking the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers.
- Facilitated trade and communication between North and South China.
- Notable for military campaigns, including the conquest of the Chen Dynasty.
- Marked by internal conflict and instability, succeeded by the Tang Dynasty.
Tang Dynasty
- Ruled China from 618 to 907.
- Considered a period of peace and prosperity in Chinese history.
- Known for strong centralized government and cultural achievements.
- Cosmopolitan culture influenced by trade with Asia, Europe, and the Middle East.
- Notable for advancements in literature, art, music, and dance.
- Military successes, including campaigns against Turks in Central Asia.
- Decline due to internal conflicts, economic problems, and external invasions.
Song Dynasty
- Ruled China from 960 to 1279.
- Followed the Tang Dynasty, preceded by the Yuan Dynasty.
- Known for cultural achievements, technological innovations, and economic growth.
- Expanded trade and adopted a paper money system.
- Faced military struggles, including wars against the Jurchen-led Jin Dynasty, losing Northern China.
- Strong centralized government with bureaucratic and merit-based administration reforms.
Government Developments in the Song Dynasty
- Built upon the stability of the Sui and Tang Dynasties.
- Advanced Chinese government.
Bureaucracy
- Large, complex organization with hierarchical structure.
- Division of labor in specialized departments.
- Standardized procedures and emphasis on efficiency.
- Formalized communication channels.
Meritocracy
- Selection and promotion based on ability and talent.
- Individuals judged by achievement, not social class or connections.
- Can be criticized as elitist or for perpetuating inequalities if criteria are biased.
Civil Service Exam System
- Started during the Han Dynasty, reemerged under Tang and Song.
- Required years of learning Chinese classics, like The Analects.
- Series of exams awarded power and influence.
- Passing exams elevated individuals to the scholar-gentry class.
Scholar-Gentry
- Well-educated individuals in government administration.
- Part of the elite, often drawn from aristocracy or wealthy merchants.
- Known for love of literature, art, and philosophy.
- Played a significant role in Chinese culture and intellectual life.
- Held positions in the bureaucracy or advised the emperor.
Economic Developments (1200-1450)
- Grand Canal: Massive engineering project linking Yellow and Yangtze Rivers, facilitating trade and communication.
- Gunpowder: Mixture of sulfur, charcoal, and potassium nitrate; initially medicinal and religious use; later crucial in warfare.
- Champa Rice: Aromatic rice from Vietnam, contributing to increased food production and population growth.
- Coal: Important resource for electricity generation and industrial production.
- Artisans: Skilled craftsmen and women producing fine arts, including ceramics, textiles, and metalwork.
- Public Works: Extensive projects for irrigation, transportation, flood control, and defense, like the Great Wall and Grand Canal .
- Tribute System: International relations system; weaker states paid tribute to stronger ones in exchange for protection or recognition.
- Paper: Revolutionized communication and information sharing.
Social Structures in China
- Hierarchical structure with patriarchal society.
- Men held most power.
- Women's roles largely focused on child-rearing.
- Foot binding illustrates female subjugation and wealth.
Periphery of China: Post-Classical Japan, Korea, and Vietnam
- Japan: Unique elements; Shintoism, feudal hierarchy (Emperor, Shogun, Daimyo, Samurai).
- Korea: Heavily influenced by China in adopting Confucianism, Buddhism, and civil service system. Aristocracy limited social mobility.
- Vietnam: Strong desire for independence from China. Dominated by villages and nuclear families.
Periodizing Time Period 1 (1200-1450)
- Afro-Eurasia: Key empires and civilizations experienced growth.
- Trade routes: Expansion of Silk Road, Indian Ocean, Trans-Saharan, and Inca Road System.
- Turning point (1450): Start of the Renaissance and European domination.
- Distinct golden ages: Middle East, Africa, Asia, during period. Low point for Western Europe.
Trends in Afro-Eurasia
- Africa: New political structures (Ghana, Mali, Songhai), Swahili Coast trade empires.
- Europe: Fall of Rome, feudalism, Catholic Church influence, Western and Eastern European developments.
- Asia: Dynastic system in China, including Song and Yuan dynasties, Mongol impact.
- Middle East: Rise of Islam, caliphates (Umayyad and Abbasid).
Trends in the Americas
- Isolated from Afro-Eurasia.
- Unique societies, cultures, and trade systems.
- Aztec and Inca empires.
- Continuity and change over time in development of American cultures.
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Explore the significant historical periods of the Sui, Tang, and Song Dynasties in China. This quiz covers key events, cultural achievements, and the impact of these dynasties on Chinese history. Test your knowledge on the reunification of China, trade developments, and military campaigns.