Chinese Dynasties Crossword

2. the dynasty widely regarded as the greatest in Chinese history; this dynasty was during the Golden Age of China
3. created by Lao Tzu, this was a highly peaceful philosophy centered around harmony with nature and light punishment
6. a form of rule where the most skilled and deserving have power
8. the first dynasty to unite all of china under one state, lasting only 15 years
11. a form of rule where a select few rich people have all of the power (i.e. noblemen)
12. the dynasty ruled by Mongols
14. a form of government where one emperor has all of the power, controlling all of the states in the land he governs

1. created by Hanfeizi and Shang Yang, this was a highly strict, authoritarian form of philosophy characterized by harsh punishment to keep people in line
4. the longest lasting dynasty with many philosophers born during it; this dynasty immediately followed the Shang
5. the most important trade route in all of Asia at the tim, eit led to a huge boost in the economies of the region and led to an enrichment of culture
7. the most widely practiced philosophy during Imperial China, it talked about relationships, ethics and respect
9. Huangti, the first emperor of china, he used legalistic government to create reform and rule for 15 years during the Qin dynasty
10. the dynasty immediately after the Qin’s fall; this dynasty created the silk road
13. the first dynasty of china