Song China and Eurasian Developments

Flashcards covering key concepts and events from the Song Dynasty in China to trade, religions, and empires in Eurasia.

Confucianism

A philosophy and belief system that emphasizes social harmony, respect for elders, and the importance of education.

Bureaucracy

A system of government where decisions are made by state officials rather than elected representatives.

Civil Service Exam

A system used in Song China to select government officials based on merit and knowledge.

How did song china develop their economy

Increased commercial activity and economic development.

Theravada Buddhism

A form of Buddhism prominent in Southeast Asia, emphasizing monastic life.

How did song china developed their trade and economy

Grand Canal Expansion of this waterway facilitated trade and transportation within China.

Bhakti

A spiritual devotion to a deity or concept, hindu

Mahayana Buddhism

A form of Buddhism prevalent in Asia, offering a wider range of paths to enlightenment.

Vajrayana Buddhism

A form of Buddhism involving secret rituals and teachings, practiced in Tibet and surrounding areas.

House of Wisdom

A major intellectual center in Baghdad during the Islamic Golden Age.

Sufism

A mystical branch of Islam that emphasizes a direct, personal connection with Allah.

What was the capital of the Khmer Empire known for its massive temples and infrastructure?

Angkor

Mali

A West African empire that gained power and wealth through trans-Saharan trade.

Mansa Musa

Who was the wealthiest man known for his Islamic pilgrimage?

Mit'a System

A labor system used by the Inca Empire.

Quipu

A knot-based record-keeping system used by the Inca.

Human Sacrifice

A practice of the Mexicas (Aztecs).

Tribute and Military Power

How did the Mexicas consolidate power?

Compass, Astrolabe, and Lateen Sail

Name three technologies that improved transportation during this era.

Caravanserai

Inns or resting places along trade routes that fostered trade and exchange.

Diasporic Communities

Communities of merchants who introduced their own culture to indigenous populations.

Paper Money and Banking Houses

Name two financial innovations that emerged during this period.

Admiral Zheng He

A Chinese admiral who led maritime expeditions.

Weak Centralized Government, Black Death, and Military Conflicts

What contributed to the collapse of empires?

Uyghur Script

A writing system.

Feudalism

A decentralized political system where lords own land and serfs work in exchange for protection.

Serfs

Peasants/laborers tied to the land in a feudal system.

Bananas, Rice, and Citrus

Name three crops whose diffusion increased during the expansion of trade routes

Plague

What disease spread along trade routes?

Ibn Battuta

An Islamic traveler who visited Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

Marco Polo

An explorer who traveled to Asia and China, providing detailed accounts of the culture and geography.