ancient china

5. An important invention that was used for fireworks and weapons such as bombs and guns
6. A type of varnish used to protect items and make them more beautiful
7. service he group of people who worked for the government
8. A style of writing that was considered an art form using brushes to paint the characters
10. A fast growing grass that grows very tall and with hollow stems like a tube
11. A revered mythical creature that has the long body of a serpent, sharp teeth, four legs with sharp talons, and can fly
12. A religion or philosophy based on the teaching of Confucius
13. One of the three major religions of China

1. A type of Chinese sailboat that is typically flat bottomed
2. A giant palace built in the center of Beijing city by the Yongle Emperor of the Ming Dynasty
3. Wall A 5500 mile long wall built along the northern border of China. It was built to keep out the Mongol invaders
4. Elements The five elements of ancient Chinese philosophy are wood, fire, earth, water, and metal. They are also called the Wu Xing
8. A protective covering made by silkworms before they transform into moths
9. An ancient Chinese treatment for healing
11. When the rule of a country is passed down to family members over a long period of time