Traditions and Encounters, 4th Edition (Bentley)

Chapter 8: THE UNIFICATION OF CHINA


1			What are the fundamental ideas and values of Confucianism? Make sure to include the concepts of ren, li, and xiao in your answer.




2			How does Daoism contrast with Confucianism?




3			What were the fundamental principles of Legalism, and how does it differ from Confucianism and Daoism?




4			Why does your book call Qin Shihuangdi "one of the most important figures in Chinese history"?




5			How did the early Han contribute to the unification of China?




6			Discuss the role of the Xiongnu in the history of China during the Han.




7			What were the most significant technological developments during this period of Chinese history?




8			How did the issue of uneven distribution of wealth contribute to the collapse of the Han?




9			How did the educational system develop in China during this period?




10			What was the role of the family in classical China?