The Huang He Valley
History

An organizational structure with the task of implementing the decisions and policies of its governing body
Bureaucracy
An organizational structure with the task of implementing the decisions and policies of its governing body. Bureaucracy. Bureaucracy is a system of managing government or large organizations that uses hierarchical levels of authority and set procedures.

A member of the Zhou dynasty who played a major role in consolidating the kingdom
Duke of Zhou
A member of the Zhou dynasty who played a major role in consolidating the kingdom, Duke of Zhou. The Duke of Zhou was an important political leader in ancient China who helped establish the legitimacy and stability of the Zhou dynasty.

Wife of King Wu Ding, who served as a military general and high priestess
Fu Hao
Wife of King Wu Ding, who served as a military general and high priestess. Fu Hao. Fu Hao was a prominent figure in ancient China, known for her exceptional roles as both a military leader and religious figure during the Shang Dynasty.

The Hegemon-King of Western Chu who rebelled against the Qin dynasty
Hsiang Yu
The Hegemon-King of Western Chu who rebelled against the Qin dynasty. Hsiang Yu. Hsiang Yu was a Chinese warlord known for his role in overthrowing the Qin dynasty and briefly becoming a major power during the Chu-Han Contention.

A philosophy that people are bad by nature and need to be controlled by the government
Legalism
a philosophy that people are bad by nature and need to be controlled by the government. legalism. Legalism is an ancient Chinese philosophy emphasizing strict laws and harsh punishments to maintain order in society.

Chinese political and religious doctrine used to justify the rule of the emperor of China
Mandate of Heaven
Chinese political and religious doctrine used to justify the rule of the emperor of China. Mandate of Heaven. It is the ancient belief that heaven granted emperors the right to rule based on their ability to govern well and fairly.

Pieces of ox scapula or turtle plastron, which were used for pyromancy in ancient China
Oracle bone
Pieces of ox scapula or turtle plastron, which were used for pyromancy in ancient China. oracle bone. Oracle bones are ancient Chinese artifacts used by diviners to predict the future by interpreting cracks made by heating them.

A type of belief of Chinese origin which emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao
Taoism
A type of belief of Chinese origin which emphasizes living in harmony with the Tao. Taoism. Taoism is an ancient Chinese philosophy and religion that focuses on living in harmony with the natural order of the universe.

A Han dynasty official who seized the Chinese imperial throne from the Liu family
Wang Mang
A Han dynasty official who seized the Chinese imperial throne from the Liu family. Wang Mang. Wang Mang was a Chinese ruler who tried to implement significant reforms but ultimately failed, leading to his downfall.

An era in ancient Chinese history characterized by warfare, reforms and consolidation
Warring States Period
An era in ancient Chinese history characterized by warfare, reforms and consolidation. Warring States Period. It was a time when different regions in China fought for power before the country was unified under the Qin dynasty.