Chapter 7: Ancient China

The physical size and geography of China resulted in its interaction with the rest of the world being characterized by natural barriers that led to relative isolation.

• It encouraged extensive maritime trade with all regions.

• It promoted significant cultural exchange through open borders.

• It created natural barriers leading to relative isolation.

• It had no impact on its international interactions.

Which deserts are located in the north and west of China? Choose the option that gives a concise answer.

• Gobi Desert

• Taklamakan Desert

• Both Gobi and Taklamakan Deserts

• None of these

The floods of the Huang He River have been called 'China’s sorrow' because of the immense harm they cause through periodic, widespread devastation.

• They deposit beneficial sediments that improve agriculture.

• They cause massive destruction and loss of life due to their unpredictable and severe nature.

• They are largely controlled with minimal impact.

• They only affect unpopulated areas.

The longest river in China is:

• Yellow River

• Yangtze River

• Mekong River

• Pearl River

Where did civilization begin in China?

• Yellow River Valley

• Yangtze River Basin

• Sichuan Basin

• Guangdong

When was the Shang Dynasty formed?

• 1600 BC

• 1046 BC

• 2000 BC

• 500 BC

Where was the Shang Dynasty located?

• China

• India

• Egypt

• Greece

What was developed as China's first writing system?

• Oracle Bone Script

• Simplified Chinese Characters

• Traditional Chinese Characters

• Seal Script

How many symbols were used in Shang Writing?

• over 3,000

• 200

• 500

• 1000

What has Shang Writing gone through over the years?

• Numerous changes in form and structure

• No change

• A complete disappearance

• Constant uniformity