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What is the name of the ancient Chinese text that records the sayings of Confucius?
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The Analects
Which Han emperor sent Zhang Qian on his mission to the Western Regions?
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Emperor Wu of Han
What was the primary material used for writing in ancient China before paper?
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Bamboo strips
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Which Han emperor sent Zhang Qian on his mission to the Western Regions?
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Emperor Wu of Han
What was the primary material used for writing in ancient China before paper?
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Bamboo strips
Which Chinese philosopher is known as the 'First Teacher'?
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Confucius
What is the name of the traditional Chinese festival that occurs in autumn, also known as the Moon Festival?
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Mid-Autumn Festival
Which philosophical school emphasizes the concept of 'Ren' (benevolence)?
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Confucianism
Which dynasty is credited with the invention of papermaking?
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Han dynasty
Which Han dynasty battle in 119 BC decisively defeated the Xiongnu?
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Battle of Mobei
What is the name of the mythical geography text 'Classic of Mountains and Seas'?
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Shan Hai Jing
Which Han dynasty inventor created the first seismoscope?
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Zhang Heng