8.2 China in the Middle Ages Flashcards

1
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calligraphy

A

artistic style of writing using a brush

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2
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canal

A

an artificial waterway allowing transportation by boat

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3
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complex

A

– a cluster of buildings with the same or related purpose

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4
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gunpowder

A

explosive mixture of sulfur, charcoal, and potassium nitrate

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5
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movable type

A

blocks of individual letters that may be arranged and rearranged

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6
Q

A detailed account written by ___ taught Europeans about Chinese civilization.

A

Marco Polo

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7
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This dynasty united China in 581 and connected sections of the Grand Canal.

A

sui

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8
Q

China experienced a Golden Age as arts, sciences, education, technology, government, and diplomatic relations flourished.

A

tang

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9
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Founded in 960, this dynasty was the first use early-ripening rice and paper money.

A

song

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10
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Kublai Khan invaded and placed Mongol warriors at the top of Chinese society.

A

yuan

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11
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Founded by Zhu Yuanzhang in 1368, this dynasty encouraged sea exploration and developed trading

A

ming

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12
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China’s last dynasty lasted until 1911.

A

qing

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13
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Admiral ___ organized seven voyages to explore the South China Sea and Indian Ocean.

A

Zheng He

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14
Q

6) Select THREE Chinese inventions during the Middle Ages.

A

Magnetic compass
gunpowder
Movable type

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