World History "Ways of the World" Ch. 8: China and the World: East Asian Connections (600-1300)

Question 1

Known for economic growth, cultural achievements, and technological advances, but also for military weakness (960-1279)

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Song Dynasty

Question 2

A powerful confederation of nomadic tribes to the north of China, often in conflict with the Han Dynasty.

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Xiongnu Empire

Question 3

Fear or dislike of foreign cultures, present in Chinese responses to foreign religions and ideas, including Buddhism

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Xenophobia

Question 4

China benefitted economically by becoming a central hub in the Eurasian trade network.

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China as Economic Beneficiary

Question 5

A prince in Japan who promoted the adoption of Chinese-style governance and Buddhism, influencing Japan's early state

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Shotoku Taishi

Question 6

A period of economic growth during the Song Dynasty, including innovations in agriculture, commerce, and urbanization.

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China’s Economic Revolution

Question 7

A short-lived dynasty (581-618) that reunited China after centuries of disunity, setting the stage for the Tang dynasty.

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Sui Dynasty

Question 8

A practice in China, during the Song Dynasty, where women’s feet were bound to prevent growth, showing beauty and status

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Foot Binding

Question 9

Refers to the spread and adaptation of Buddhism from India into China, influencing culture, philosophy, and religion.

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Buddhist Expansion into China

Question 10

A Korean kingdom that united the Korean Peninsula in the 7th century, heavily influenced by China.

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Silla Kingdom

Question 11

A period of decline in Buddhism in China, during the Tang Dynasty, when the government suppressed Buddhist monasteries

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Crisis of Chinese Buddhism

Question 12

The process of adapting Buddhism to Chinese culture, involving reinterpretations of Buddhist teachings and practices

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Making Buddhism Chinese

Question 13

Capital of the Southern Song, famous for its beauty, economic importance, and as a center of trade and culture.

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Hangzhou

Question 14

The period in Chinese history when art, culture, and technology flourished, specially during the Tang and Song dynasties

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Golden Age of Chinese Achievement

Question 15

Interactions between China and nomadic groups from the north, often involving conflict, trade, and cultural exchange

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China and the Northern Nomads

Question 16

The Korean alphabet created in the 15th century, designed to be easy for common people to learn and use

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Hangul

Question 17

Chinese culture, with advances in literature, art, and a strong economy. Known for expanding the empire (618-907)

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Tang Dynasty

Question 18

China’s influence during its golden ages shaped not just Asia, but the entire world economy and culture

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True

Question 19

A writing system used in Vietnam, based on Chinese characters but adapted to the Vietnamese language.

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Chu Nom

Question 20

Women during this time faced restrictions, but also saw improvements in status and influence, common in urban centers

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Women in the Song Dynasty

Question 21

A member of Japan’s military class, trained in martial arts and adherence to bushido, the way of the warrior.

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Samurai Warrior

Question 22

The code of conduct for samurai warriors, emphasizing loyalty, honor, and discipline.

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Bushido

Question 23

A Chinese invention that revolutionized warfare, initially for fireworks but used in weapons like bombs and cannons.

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Gunpowder

Question 24

China's innovations had a impact, particularly along the Silk Roads, affecting trade, technology, and culture

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China’s Impact on Eurasia

Question 25

System that required neighboring states to pay tribute to China. Combined China’s superiority and economic pragmatism.

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Tribute System

World History "Ways of the World" Ch. 8: China and the World: East Asian Connections (600-1300)

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World History "Ways of the World" Ch. 8: China and the World: East Asian Connections (600-1300)

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