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How did the Song Dynasty maintain its power through Confucianism?

By reviving Confucianism, emphasizing hierarchical relationships and filial piety.

What was the major philosophy revived by Song rulers?

Confucianism.

What role did the imperial bureaucracy play in the Song Dynasty?

It ensured obedience to the emperor’s rule through merit-based civil service exams.

What practice exemplified the subordinate position of women in the Song Dynasty?

Foot binding.

Which relationships were established by Korea with China during the Song Dynasty?

A tributary relationship allowing cultural and civil service influences.

What cultural traits did Japan adopt from China?

Imperial bureaucracy and Buddhism.

Which country maintained higher women's status while adopting Confucian ideas during the Song Dynasty?

Vietnam.

What were the Four Noble Truths in Buddhism?

1) Life is suffering, 2) Suffering is caused by craving, 3) To cease suffering, cease craving, 4) The Eightfold Path leads to cessation of suffering.

What was the purpose of the Eightfold Path in Buddhism?

To guide followers towards ethical conduct and mental discipline.

What agricultural innovation led to a population boom during the Song Dynasty?

Introduction of Champa rice.

How did the Song Dynasty improve its transportation system?

By expanding the Grand Canal and improving navigation technologies.

What was the primary religion that spread through Dar-al-Islam?

Islam.

Who was the significant figure in establishing the Abbasid Caliphate?

Muhammad.

What was a primary effect of the Mongol Empire on trade?

Silk Roads were more organized and prosperous under Mongol rule.

Which empire is known for adopting the use of gunpowder weapons in the early modern period?

The Ottoman Empire.

What was the Berlin Airlift?

Allies flew supplies into Western Berlin during the Soviet blockade.

Which treaty marked the end of WWI and punished Germany?

Treaty of Versailles.

What economic policy did the USSR under Stalin implement?

Five Year Plan.

What was the primary goal of the Marshall Plan?

To provide financial aid for the economic recovery of war-torn nations.

What was the significance of the Iron Curtain?

It symbolized the division between communist Eastern Europe and capitalist Western Europe.