The Dred Scott decision was the Supreme Court's ruling on March 6, 1857, that having lived in a free state and territory did not entitle a slave, Dred Scott, to his freedom. In essence, the decision argued that as a slave Scott was not a citizen and could not sue in a federal court.
C. The belief that all natural objects have spirits
Animism is the belief that objects, places, and creatures all possess a distinct spiritual essence. Potentially, animism perceives all things—animals, plants, rocks, rivers, weather systems, human handiwork, and perhaps even words—as animated and alive.
They were focused on smarts instead of strength. although they were very sexist and didn't allow women in gov.
Himalaya's: Isolated China.and gave protection, and water, and minerals.
Trading : As far as I know from when the silk road started ( but this could be wrong)
<em>POPULAR EXPORTS : </em> Jade, Silk, Paper, Porcelain.
<em>Popular Imports : </em>Spices, Glass, AND ALSO : Buddhism ( from india)