7th China

Which new concept did the Song dynasty introduce to Japan and Korea?

• the principle of taxes

• the use of paper money

• the idea of the Geisha

• the religion of Buddhism

the Silk Road

China's Grand Canal

printing factories

strong iron industry

These factors enabled the Song dynasty to have

• more time to focus on the arts.

• growth in commerce and trade.

• the money to build academies.

• a strong army and navy.

-known to perfect certain forms of Chinese art, such as porcelain

-official state philosophy was neo-Confucianism

-experienced high levels of prosperity due to the use of tax revenues for public works projects

Which ancient Chinese dynasty is being described?

• Song

• Ming

• Yuan

• Qin

Which of the following is an effect of the revival of Confucianism during the Song Dynasty?

• the belief that leaders should rule by divine right

• the development of a powerful standing navy

• the decline of trade with neighboring territories

• the importance of the civil service examination system

use of fertilizer

crop rotation

use of seedling

simproved irrigation

new types of plows

The above list describes agricultural improvements under the

• Ming

• Song

• Yuan

• Sui

-Emperor Wen established the Sui Dynasty.

-The Period of Disunion was ended.

-Emperor Wen reunified all of China under his leadership.

Which of the following was a result of the items in the list?

• China conquered Korea with a massive army.

• The Han Dynasty was restored in northern China.

• The Sui Dynasty ruled China for centuries.

• Buddhist beliefs spread throughout China.

Which location on the map is labeled with the number 3?

• Tibetan Plateau

• Yellow River

• Pacific Ocean

• Himalayan Mountains

Which location on the map is labeled with the number 2?

• Pacific Ocean

• Yellow River

• Himalayan Mountains

• Tibetan Plateau

The Ming Dynasty came to power in 1368 A.D. While in power, several of the rulers started projects to revitalize and rebuild China. An example of this restoration process is

• a resurgence of traditional social practices.

• the rebuilding of the Great Wall of China.

• the reconstruction of the Shaolin temple.

• an introduction of art into Chinese society.

The Ming Dynasty had many strong leaders. These leaders felt the need to show their power by leaving lasting examples of the strength and glory of China's leadership. Which is the best example of a Ming emperor's effort to leave a physical memento of his power and glory?

• the Chinese navy fleet

• the Imperial Tapestry

• the Qian fo shan temple

• the Forbidden City