imperial china. confucian review 551-479 bce teacher of proper conduct & thought lead through...
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Who was Shi Huangdi?
• “First Emperor” 259-210 BCE• Unified China Through Fear, Brutality
and Oppression (a winning combination)
What Is Legalism?
• The nature of man is evil.• The only way to achieve order is
strict laws and harsh punishments.
Why Did Qin Collapse?
• Because the Qin harsh controls were hated.
• After the death of Shi Huangdi, his successors were not strong enough to maintain control.
How did the Han Dynasty strengthen China?
• Relaxed the harsh controls of the Qin.
• Appointed wise Confucian advisors.• Improved internal infrastructure.• Improved government finances.
What were the achievements of the Han Golden Age?
• Wang Chong’s scientific method: accept theories only when supported by proof.
• Finest technology and engineering in the world.
• Extraordinary art and literature.
How did the overthrow of the Han reflect the dynastic cycle?
• The Han lost control of the local rulers and the infrastructure decayed.
• Rebellions sprang up, showing that the Han had lost the Mandate Of Heaven.