Chapter 5 China Review

Construction of the Grand Canal

Invention of gunpowder

Establishment of the Silk Road

Building of the Great Wall

Military threats from northern tribes

Economic instability

Internal rebellions

All of the above

its philosophical appeal and adaptability to Chinese culture

the military conquest by Buddhist nations

the lack of other religious options

the economic benefits it provided

it was a foreign religion and conflicted with traditional Chinese beliefs.

it promoted violence and war.

it was too similar to Confucianism.

it was supported by the government.

A revival of Confucian thought that incorporates Buddhist and Daoist elements

A form of Buddhism that rejects Confucian principles

A political ideology that opposes Confucianism

A modern interpretation of Confucianism focused on technology

Select government officials based on merit rather than birthright.

Train military leaders for the imperial army.

Promote trade and commerce within the empire.

Establish diplomatic relations with neighboring countries.

The compass

Gunpowder

The printing press

The heavy plow

A. Technological advancements in agriculture

B. Expansion of trade routes

C. Military conquests

D. Cultural exchanges

Gunpowder, printing, and the compass

Steam engine and electricity

Television and the internet

Automobile and airplane

The invention of the compass

The development of the Silk Road

The use of camels for transportation

The establishment of trade agreements