China Flashcard 2024

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What bookmaking technique involved carving text in reverse onto a block of wood, which was then inked and pressed onto paper to create printed pages?

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Block printing

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Which dynasty continued the project of reunifying China after the Sui dynasty, encouraged economic growth, and expanded the empire into central and southern Asia?

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Tang dynasty

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During the collapse of the Han dynasty in China, what new religious belief system gained popularity among the Chinese?

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Buddhism

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What teachings formed the basis of Buddhism as introduced in China? Options: The Ten Commandments, The Five Pillars, The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, The Seven Virtues

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The Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path

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What was the significance of Wendi's reign during the Sui dynasty in China?

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He implemented policies to reunify northern and southern China.

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How did Wendi aim to restore order and reunify China during his rule? Options: By favoring local nobles and expanding their power, By promoting regional diversity and independence, By strengthening the central government and limiting local nobles' power, By discouraging religious tolerance and promoting a single state religion

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By strengthening the central government and limiting local nobles' power

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What was the primary purpose of constructing the Grand Canal during the Sui dynasty?

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To connect the northern and southern regions of China for economic unity

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What were some drawbacks of Yangdi's rule during the Sui dynasty? Options: He enforced low taxes, leading to financial instability., He avoided costly wars that could burden his subjects., He initiated projects such as the Grand Canal, employing forced labor and high taxes., He promoted religious tolerance, causing dissent among the people.

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He initiated projects such as the Grand Canal, employing forced labor and high taxes.

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How did the reigns of both Wendi and Yangdi during the Sui dynasty ultimately end?

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Yangdi was assassinated due to people's rebellion, ending the Sui dynasty.

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How did Buddhism influence Confucianism and Daoism in China?

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It inspired a focus on inner guidance and spiritual aspects.