Chinese History and Vocabulary

Vocabulary flashcards covering Chinese historical terms, dynasties, figures, and concepts based on the provided material.

Neo-Confucianism

The Confucian response to Buddhism by taking Confucian

Feng Shui

Literally "wind-water."

Forbidden City

The walled section of Beijing where emperors lived between 1121 and 1924.

Beijing

China's northern capital, first used as an imperial

Ming Dynasty

Succeeded Mongol Yuan dynasty in China in 1368; lasted until 1644;

Ming Vases

made of porcelain

Admiral Zheng He

Chinese Explorer who voyaged 1405-1433 for 7 total voyages for the goals of Emperor Yongle.

Isolationism

A policy of nonparticipation in international economic and political relations