China in the Middle Ages

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What period followed the collapse of the Han Dynasty in China?

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The Period of Disunion.

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Who was the ruler that unified China and created the Sui Dynasty?

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Yang Jian.

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What was one of the key achievements of the Sui Dynasty?

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Reunification of China after centuries of division.

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Who conquered the Song Dynasty and began the Yuan Dynasty?

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Kublai Khan.

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What was the significance of Marco Polo's travels in China?

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He provided detailed accounts of life in China, sparking European interest.

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What does 'kamikaze' mean in the context of the Mongol invasions of Japan?

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Divine wind.

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Who led the rebellion against the Yuan Dynasty in the 1300s?

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Zhu Yuanzhang.

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What dynasty did Zhu Yuanzhang establish after overthrowing the Yuan Dynasty?

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The Ming Dynasty.

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What was the primary focus of the Ming Dynasty?

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Securing and defending existing territories.

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What major construction project was undertaken during the Ming Dynasty?

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Rebuilding and expanding the Great Wall of China.