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Strong Rulers Unite China

Strong Rulers Unite China. Shi Huangdi. 221 BC Zheng First Emperor Determined to end divisions in China. Shi Huangdi. Standardized measurements Great Wall- defense/protection Death- 210 BC. Liu Bang. Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD) Took title of King of the Han. Wudi (141-87 BC).

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Strong Rulers Unite China

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  1. Strong Rulers Unite China

  2. Shi Huangdi • 221 BC Zheng • First Emperor • Determined to end divisions in China

  3. Shi Huangdi • Standardized measurements • Great Wall- defense/protection • Death- 210 BC

  4. Liu Bang • Han Dynasty (206 BC-220 AD) • Took title of King of the Han

  5. Wudi (141-87 BC) • Strengthened government • Civil service system • Examinations for candidates • Established Imperial university • Silk Road: Trade route

  6. Rulers made Confucianism the official Philosophy • Collapse: 1. Weak leaders 2. Heavy Taxes 3. 220 AD- collapse • Kingdom divided through civil war and outside invaders

  7. Golden Age a. Technological advances- bronze & iron b. Acupuncture c. Chinese officials established d. CaiLun- Invented paper-making process e. Other Advances- alternating field system, water wheel

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