Exploring the Mysteries of China's Terracotta Army

What did the ancient Chinese believe about the items they took to the grave?

• They would be used in the next life.

• They would be destroyed.

• They would be given to their descendants.

• They would be sold for money.

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Who was the first emperor of a unified China?

• Liu Bang

• Qin Shi Huang

• Confucius

• Sun Tzu

Why did Emperor Qin commission the Terracotta Army?

• To entertain his people

• To scare his enemies

• To protect him in the afterlife

• To display his wealth

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How many laborers were said to have worked on the Terracotta Army according to Sima Qian?

• 1,000,000

• 700,000

• 100,000

• 15,000

What is unique about each of the 8,000 Terracotta soldiers?

• They are all the same height.

• They all have the same facial features.

• Each one is different and unique.

• They are all made from the same mold.

What surprising feature was found on the horses of the Terracotta Army?

• They had wings.

• They were made of gold.

• They were wearing saddles.

• They were depicted as flying.

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When was the Terracotta Army discovered?

• 1949

• 1965

• 1974

• 1980

What condition were the bronze weapons found in?

• Rusty and broken

• Missing and stolen

• Excellent and free of rust

• Melted and deformed

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What chemical did Emperor Qin ingest in his quest for immortality?

• Mercury

• Silver

• Gold

• Lead

What is the main concern for archaeologists when excavating the emperor's tomb?

• Preserving the statues' colors

• Avoiding public attention

• Safety due to potential mercury

• Finding more treasures

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