6SS U4:02I Ancient China Mastery Check

What are the two major rivers in ancient China?

• Nile and Yangtze

• Yellow and Yangtze

• Himalayan and Yangtze

• Yellow and Himalayan

What is the significance of the Yellow River's yellow color?

• It is due to pollution

• It is a natural color of the river

• It is caused by sediment called MOS

• It is a result of chemical reactions

How did the Chinese control the periodic flooding of the rivers?

• By building dikes

• By diverting the rivers

• By constructing dams

• By using advanced irrigation systems

What natural barriers isolated ancient China from other civilizations?

• Deserts and mountains

• Oceans and mountains

• Rivers and deserts

• Oceans and rivers

What did the ancient Chinese believe about their civilization?

• They were the center of the world

• They were inferior to other civilizations

• They had no contact with other civilizations

• They were isolated due to natural disasters

Which dynasty is considered the first documented dynasty in ancient China?

• Shang Dynasty

• Zhou Dynasty

• Xia Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

What is the significance of oracle bones in ancient China?

• They were used for religious rituals

• They were used for farming

• They were used for writing

• They were used for trade

What does the concept of the Mandate of Heaven represent?

• The divine right to rule

• The power of the emperor

• The authority of the royal family

• The loyalty of the clans

What was the main occupation of the majority of ancient Chinese people?

• Artisans

• Merchants

• Farmers

• Warriors

What was one of the most valued exports of ancient China?

• Silk

• Gold

• Spices

• Jade