Growth and Development of China

During which dynasties was China one of the most technologically advanced civilizations in the world?

• Qin and Yuan Dynasties

• Sui and Ming Dynasties

• Han and Ming Dynasties

• Tang and Song Dynasties

What were three of China's four great inventions that originated from the Song Dynasty?

• Compass, Geometry, Printing

• Gunpowder, Compass, Paper

• Lapis, Gunpowder, Silk

• Silk, Compass, Plow

What was the purpose of the civil service exams during the Tang and Song Dynasties?

• To select military leaders

• To conduct trade with other civilizations

• To promote poetry and literature

• To identify qualified people for government positions

Which Chinese dynasty established a permanent standing navy to safeguard foreign trade and guard against invasions from the north?

• Han Dynasty

• Qin Dynasty

• Song Dynasty

• Tang Dynasty

What was the role of Korea as a 'cultural bridge' between China and Japan?

• To isolate China and Japan from each other

• To introduce Chinese writing and culture to Japan

• To conquer China and Japan

• To trade with China and Japan

What was the highest social class during the Tang and Song Dynasties?

• Scholars and officials

• Peasant farmers

• Craftsmen

• Merchants

What was the main influence on the social classes during the Tang and Song Dynasties?

• Wealth

• Respect and appreciation

• Education

• Religion

What was the main reason for the Japanese interest in China during the Tang Dynasty?

• To conquer China

• To learn Chinese writing and culture

• To study Chinese technological innovations

• To trade with China

What was the main influence on Korean and Japanese cultures due to their geographic location close to China?

• Chinese culture

• European culture

• African culture

• Indian culture

What was the main reason for the Japanese sending nobles to study in China during the Tang Dynasty?

• To learn Chinese martial arts

• To study with government officials, scholars, and monks

• To establish trade relations with China

• To seek military assistance from China