AnswersWorld History I Ancient-CR - Fall 26Unit Test

The Ming Dynasty Answers

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Europeans were motivated to trade with China because

A
they were interested in the high-quality finished goods China produced.
B
they thought that trade with China would substantially increase their wealth.
C
they wanted increased control of the trade routes to all the Asian markets.
D
thought it was the only way to get their missionaries into China.
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Whose expeditions contributed to the accomplishments of the Ming dynasty?

A
the Dutch
B
Zheng He’s
C
Tokugawa’s
D
the British
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How did Hongwu follow the teachings of Confucius?

A
by building chariots of porcelain
B
by encouraging exploration beyond China
C
by making sure that everyone could earn a living
D
by setting high standards of behavior for government leaders
4

To keep order among the Chinese people, Hongwu created

A
a comprehensive code of laws.
B
a fair judicial system.
C
a strong police force.
D
a totalitarian form of government.
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During the period of isolationism, why were the Chinese successful in imposing new rules governing trade with foreigners?

A
The same rules were imposed by all countries that traded with China.
B
The number of countries that traded with China was limited.
C
Foreigners were fearful of China’s military.
D
Chinese goods were in high demand.
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Limiting contact with foreigners was the main goal of Chinese

A
corruption.
B
isolationism.
C
kowtowing.
D
missionaries.
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The Forbidden City was given its name because

A
it was the home of the emperor and his family.
B
it was surrounded by a stone wall twenty-five feet high.
C
only the Emperor, his family, and select individuals were allowed to enter.
D
trade was allowed only within the city boundaries.
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In order to establish the Ming dynasty in China, Hongwu first had to drive out the

A
Turks.
B
Mongols.
C
Greeks.
D
Dutch.
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Which factors led to the Ming dynasty’s decline? Choose four answers.

A
low taxes
B
declining trade
C
rebellion
D
poor leadership
E
increased exploration
F
food shortages
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China grew very wealthy mainly as a result of

A
discovering gold.
B
Chinese trading.
C
skilled Chinese artisans.
D
agriculture.

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