AP World History Unit 1: Global Tapestry Vocabulary

Vocabulary flashcards covering key concepts, belief systems, dynasties, and agricultural innovations from AP World History Unit 1: Global Tapestry.

Song Dynasty

Chinese dynasty (960-1279 CE) that could be considered their "golden age" when China saw many important inventions and population growth.

Confucianism

Chinese belief system that emphasizes respect for authority, filial piety, morality, education, and proper relationships to create an orderly and harmonious society.

filial piety

Confucian belief that people should respect, obey, and care for their parents and elders; created order in Chinese societies.

Neo-Confucianism

Revival of Confucianism during China's Song Dynasty; combined traditional Confucian ideas with influences from Buddhism and Daoism.

Theravada Buddhism

The oldest of the two major branches of Buddhism; practiced mainly in Sri Lanka, Thailand, Burma, and Cambodia; beliefs are relatively conservative, holding close to the original teachings of the Buddha; emphasizes individual efforts to achieve enlightenment without the help of Bodhisattva.

Mahayana Buddhism

"Great Vehicle" branch of Buddhism followed in China, Japan, and Central Asia. The focus is on reverence for Buddha and for Bodhisattva, enlightened persons who have postponed Nirvana to help others attain enlightenment; a more "user friendly" Buddhism that developed as Buddhism spread into East and Southeast Asia.

champa rice

Quick-maturing rice that allowed two harvests in one growing season; led to increased populations in China; sent to China as a tribute gift by the Champa state (Vietnam) as part of the tribute system.