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SILK *used to make clothes

MAGNETIC COMPASS *created a south pointing compass *could use at sea or for geomancy (laying out buildings)

WOODBLOCK PRINTING *used to make printed books

ABACUS *a counting device *easily add, subtract, multiply and divide

PORCELAIN *statues *objects and vases *to make valuable items

DRAGON BACKBONE PUMP *to get more water in less time with one person instead of many

GUNPOWDER *used for cannons and weapons *fire arrows; catapult more dangerous *fireworks

ICE CREAM *to eat because it’s yummy!

PAPER *write books, letters, history, treaties, and more

MOVEABLE TYPE PRINTING *print faster and easier *make more books available to more people