A guide to the language of history
History glossary
Understand the people, places and ideas behind the stories. Find a term, read its meaning, then explore it in context.
1–5 of 5 terms · Q
Clear filtersQin
the short-lived dynasty that first unified China under an emperor before collapsing into rebellion.
Qing
the Manchu-led dynasty that ruled China from 1644 to 1912.
quotas
required production or delivery targets set by the state or planning system.
Qur'an
the sacred scripture of Islam.
Quraysh
the leading tribe of Mecca and Muhammad's tribe.
