Across
- 5. Belonging or related to an emperor
- 6. A line of rulers descended from one family
- 9. A test given to qualify candidates for positions in the government
- 11. A woman who is the secondary wife to a Chinese man
- 12. A ruling class of noble families
Down
- 1. A highly complex body of workers with many levels of authority
- 2. A old Chinese custom of wrapping a girl's feet so they would not grow
- 3. The growth of cities
- 4. Relating to the sea
- 7. A conquered country or territory that pays tribute to the conqueror
- 8. Rule by officials of proven merit
- 10. An explosive powder made of saltpeter and other materials