Flashcard on East Asian History

Front

What was the first dynasty to rule China?

Back

Shang dynasty

Front

Which of the following was NOT an invention of ancient China? Woodblock printing, Gunpowder, The compass, The steam engine

Back

The steam engine

Front

Who was the military leader that formed a stable government in China in 1927?

Back

Chiang Kai-shek

Front

Which country invaded Korea in the 1200s?

Back

Mongolia

Front

What was the main reason Japan isolated itself from foreign influences in the early 1600s?

Back

Fear of European takeover

Front

What event led to the opening of Japan to foreign trade in 1854?

Back

The arrival of U.S. naval officer Matthew C. Perry

Front

Which two countries were involved in the Korean War?

Back

North Korea and South Korea

Front

What type of government does North Korea have today?

Back

Communist dictatorship

Front

Which dynasty ruled Korea after the Mongols were driven out?

Back

Choson dynasty

Front

What was the result of the Chinese revolution in 1911?

Back

Overthrow of the Qing dynasty