Medieval China

Match the following

• Currency used to buy rather than barter

• Block Printing

• Religion teachings of Siddhartha

• Money

• Printing where text is carved from wood

• Nomad

• System based on talents and skills

• Merit System

• A person who moves from place to place

• Buddhism

Guess what! During the Song dynasty, a very special kind of (a)   currency was introduced for the first time.

• Paper

• Silk

• Coin

• Disposable

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'Paper' because during the Song dynasty, paper currency was introduced for the first time, not silk or coin.

Imagine you're on a historical exploration trip, and you've just arrived in ancient China. Who do you think ruled the vast empire back then?

• Emperor

• King

• Queen

• Czar

Answer explanation

In ancient China, the vast empire was ruled by an emperor, making 'emperor' the correct choice.

Imagine you're in the Tang Dynasty, and you're eager to take the (a)   service exams to secure a prestigious public office position. What type of exams would you be preparing for?

• civil

• national

• domestic

• military

Answer explanation

In the Tang Dynasty, you would be preparing for the civil service exams to secure a prestigious public office position.

Imagine you're on a historical exploration trip. You land in ancient China, and Zach, who's quite knowledgeable about history, challenges the group to guess: 'Paper currency was used for the first time during which dynasty?'

• Han Dynasty

• Qin Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Song Dynasty

Answer explanation

Paper currency was first used during the Song Dynasty in ancient China.

Hey there, history buffs! Aaron, Maya, and Ella were having a heated debate in history class today about the Song dynasty's booming industries. They stumbled upon a tricky question and need your help! Which of the following was NOT one of China's three main industries during the Song dynasty?

• Ceramics

• Silk

• Iron

• Wool

Answer explanation

Wool was NOT one of China's three main industries during the Song dynasty. Ceramics, Silk, and Iron were the main industries.

Imagine you're in a history class, and you're learning about the Tang dynasty! This era was famous for which type of literature?

• Novels

• Stanza

• Poetry

• Essays

Answer explanation

The Tang dynasty was famous for poetry, making it the correct choice. Poetry was a significant form of literature during this era.

Imagine you're on a thrilling adventure through history. Suddenly, you're tasked with identifying the legendary leader who brought the Mongols together and embarked on a conquest across Central Asia and Russia. Who was this formidable figure?

• Genghis Khan

• Napoleon Bonaparte

• Alexander the Great

• Attila the Hun

Answer explanation

Genghis Khan was the legendary leader who brought the Mongols together and embarked on a conquest across Central Asia and Russia.

Imagine you're on an adventure with Austin, Ella, and Lillie, and you've just discovered an ancient map! This map shows a famous trade route that the Mongols reopened. Can you guess which one it is?

• Amber Road

• Silk Road

• Tea Horse Road

• Spice Route

Answer explanation

The correct choice is the Silk Road, as it was a famous trade route that the Mongols reopened.

Imagine Austin, Jacob, and Julia are time travelers exploring ancient China. They're curious about what helped commerce flourish along the Chinese waterways, boosting the economy. Can you guess what it was?

• Canals

• Paper currency

• The Great Wall

• The Silk Road

Answer explanation

Canals were crucial for commerce in ancient China as they provided efficient transportation routes for goods, helping boost the economy.