8.2 China in the Middle Ages

Question 1

calligraphy

Answer 1

artistic style of writing using a brush

Question 2

canal

Answer 2

an artificial waterway allowing transportation by boat

Question 3

complex

Answer 3

– a cluster of buildings with the same or related purpose

Question 4

gunpowder

Answer 4

explosive mixture of sulfur, charcoal, and potassium nitrate

Question 5

movable type

Answer 5

blocks of individual letters that may be arranged and rearranged

Question 6

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

Answer 6

Marco Polo

Question 7

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

Answer 7

sui

Question 8

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

Answer 8

tang

Question 9

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

Answer 9

song

Question 10

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

Answer 10

yuan

Question 11

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

Answer 11

ming

Question 12

China’s last dynasty lasted until 1911.

Answer 12

qing

Question 13

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

Answer 13

Zheng He

Question 14

6) Select THREE Chinese inventions during the Middle Ages.

Answer 14

Magnetic compass
gunpowder
Movable type