Across
- 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
Down
- 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