Ancient China Crossword Puzzle

About the Ancient China Crossword Puzzle

This puzzle covers early Chinese civilization, from the Shang and Zhou dynasties to the Qin and Han empires. Find terms such as the Great Wall, the Silk Road, Confucius, bronze, and the Terracotta Army. It suits students studying world history and anyone interested in ancient inventions, emperors, philosophy, and landmarks.

This crossword draws on 38 clues about Ancient China. Each grid uses a different handful and fits them together a new way, so press New puzzle for another whenever you finish. The answers are in the answer key when you print, and behind the Reveal button when you play.

Sample clues

• •Fast-growing grass used for writing strips (6 letters)
• •Historic capital now known as Xi'an (7 letters)
• •Teacher whose sayings appear in the Analects (9 letters)
• •Beijing palace complex built for imperial rulers (13 letters)
• •Imperial era associated with the Silk Road's growth (3 letters)
• •Ancient capital on the Luo River (7 letters)
• •Fine ceramic fired at high temperatures (9 letters)
• •Trade network linking China with western lands (8 letters)

Teaching this topic or planning a party? Make your own crossword with your own words and clues.