History of Asia Terms

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  1. 3. A classical Japanese dance-drama known for its stylized performance, elaborate costumes, and the use of makeup.
  2. 4. The first imperial dynasty of China (221-206 BCE), known for unifying China and beginning the construction of the Great Wall. It is from this empire that we get the european name “China”
  3. 5. A monumental fortification built by the Qin dynasty across northern China to defend against invasions from nomadic tribes.
  4. 10. Powerful feudal lords in Japan who ruled large estates and commanded private armies of samurai during the shogunate period.
  5. 11. A pivotal dynasty in Chinese history that invented the Silk Road trade route connecting China and the Far East with the Middle East and Europe.
  6. 13. He was the 10th and longest-reigning Sultan of the Ottoman Empire, celebrated for his administrative, military, and cultural achievements.
  7. 14. The code of conduct, rules, and ethics for the samurai, emphasizing virtues such as loyalty, honor, and bravery.
  8. 17. A network of trade routes connecting China and the Far East with the Middle East and Europe.
  9. 18. A monotheistic religion founded in the Punjab region of the Indian subcontinent, emphasizing devotion to one God, equality among all humans, and the pursuit of selfless service.
  10. 19. A traditional form of Japanese poetry consisting of three lines with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern, often focusing on nature and the seasons.
  11. 21. A leader in the Indian independence movement against British colonization, known for his philosophy of nonviolent resistance.
  12. 22. A nomadic group from Central Asia who established one of the largest empires in history under leaders like Genghis Khan and Kublai Khan.
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  1. 1. An era of division in ancient China (475-221 BCE) characterized by warfare between competing states before the unification under the Qin Dynasty.
  2. 2. The title used by Muslim rulers, particularly in the Ottoman Empire, denoting sovereign authority.
  3. 6. A classic work of Japanese literature written by Murasaki Shikibu in the early 11th century, often considered the world's first novel.
  4. 7. One of the largest and most long lasting empires in history that spanned from the Middle East to North Africa and Southeast Europe. It was composed primarily of Muslim Turks, and is known for its use of gunpowder and firearms.
  5. 8. An indigenous Japanese religion centered around the worship of kami, spirits believed to inhabit nature.
  6. 9. The warrior class of feudal Japan, known for their code of honor, martial prowess, and loyalty to their lords.
  7. 12. The capital of the Byzantine Empire, conquered by the Ottoman Turks in 1453 and renamed Istanbul; a pivotal city in both European and Asian history.
  8. 15. The military dictator of Japan during the feudal period, who held the real power while the emperor was a ceremonial figure.
  9. 16. A vast mountain range in Asia separating the plains of the Indian subcontinent from the Tibetan Plateau, home to the world's highest peaks, including Mount Everest.
  10. 20. Founder of the Mongol Empire, he unified the Mongolian tribes and conquered vast territories across Asia and Europe in the early 13th century.