Ancient China Review

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Across
  1. 3. Founded by Lao-Tzu and promotes oneness with nature.
  2. 5. China traded items like silk, tea, and _________ for horses, gold, silver, carpets, glass, and steel.
  3. 8. Three major religions or philosophies helped to shape ancient China and are known as the three _______.
  4. 9. Merchants and Traders on the Chinese social pyramid.
  5. 11. The economy of ancient was mainly __________.
  6. 13. The ______ River is to the North.
  7. 14. The emperor was the wealthiest and most __________ member of Chinese society.
  8. 17. Wood block _________ was invented in 868 CE.
  9. 19. In China, the Pacific Ocean is to the east and the ________ mountains are to the south.
  10. 21. Invented by the Chinese in the 2nd century BCE.
  11. 22. After 500 BCE, the Chinese began to trade with other people of Asia, along the ________.
  12. 23. Gentry Scholars on the Chinese social pyramid.
Down
  1. 1. Believes in reincarnation.
  2. 2. China is positioned between the ________ Desert and Taklamakan Desert in the north and west.
  3. 4. Artisans and Craftsman on the Chinese social pyramid.
  4. 6. Peasant farmers on the Chinese social pyramid.
  5. 7. If a new family takes control, a new __________ begins.
  6. 9. Most farmers were __________ or renters on a richer family's land.
  7. 10. The ________ River is to the South.
  8. 12. A device which became very important for navigation and exploration.
  9. 15. Developed a system for moral living which focused teachings on treating other with respect.
  10. 16. Invented in the 9th century and helped develop fireworks.
  11. 18. The head of the family is usually named ___________.
  12. 20. soft, light material made from cocoons.