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Ming Dynasty Flashcards

1
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What years did the Ming Dynasty rule China?

A

1368 to 1644

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True or False: The Ming Dynasty was established after the fall of the Yuan Dynasty.

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True

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Who was the founder of the Ming Dynasty?

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Zhu Yuanzhang, also known as Emperor Hongwu

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What was the capital city of the Ming Dynasty?

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Beijing

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Fill in the blank: The Ming Dynasty is known for its ________ porcelain.

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blue and white

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6
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Which famous Chinese explorer made voyages during the Ming Dynasty?

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Zheng He

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What was the primary purpose of Zheng He’s voyages?

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To establish trade and diplomatic relations

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Multiple choice: Which of the following was a significant architectural achievement of the Ming Dynasty? A) The Great Wall B) The Forbidden City C) The Terracotta Army D) Both A and B

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D) Both A and B

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True or False: The Ming Dynasty was known for its isolationist policies.

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False

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10
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What was the civil service examination system?

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A system used to select candidates for the state bureaucracy based on merit.

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Which economic activity flourished during the Ming Dynasty?

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Trade, particularly maritime trade

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12
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Fill in the blank: The Ming Dynasty is famous for its ________ literature.

A

novels

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What was the name of the secret police established during the Ming Dynasty?

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The Eastern Depot

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Multiple choice: Which of the following was a major reason for the decline of the Ming Dynasty? A) Natural disasters B) Corruption C) Manchu invasions D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above

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15
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Who succeeded Zhu Yuanzhang as emperor?

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Emperor Jianwen

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True or False: The Ming Dynasty was characterized by a strong centralized government.

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True

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17
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What was the primary religion during the Ming Dynasty?

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Confucianism

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18
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Fill in the blank: The Ming Dynasty replaced the ________ Dynasty.

A

Yuan

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19
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What was the main trade product exported from China during the Ming Dynasty?

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Silk

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20
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Multiple choice: Which of the following was a notable Ming Dynasty novel? A) Journey to the West B) Dream of the Red Chamber C) Water Margin D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

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21
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What was the role of eunuchs in the Ming Dynasty?

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They held significant power in the imperial court.

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True or False: The Ming Dynasty was known for its openness to foreign cultures.

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False

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23
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What was the Ming Dynasty’s approach to foreign trade in its later years?

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Restrictive and isolationist

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Fill in the blank: The Ming Dynasty is known for the construction of the ________ City.

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Forbidden

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25
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What was the significance of the Great Wall during the Ming Dynasty?

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It was strengthened to protect against invasions.

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26
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Who was the last emperor of the Ming Dynasty?

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Emperor Chongzhen

27
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Multiple choice: What was the main cause of the fall of the Ming Dynasty? A) Economic troubles B) Rebellions C) Invasions D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

28
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What was the Ming Dynasty’s relationship with Japan?

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It was characterized by both trade and conflict.

29
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True or False: The Ming Dynasty saw the development of painting and ceramics.

A

True

30
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Fill in the blank: The Ming Dynasty’s economy was largely based on ________ agriculture.

A

rice

31
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What was one major technological advancement during the Ming Dynasty?

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The use of gunpowder in warfare.

32
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Multiple choice: The Ming Dynasty is known for which of the following? A) Advances in literature B) Advances in technology C) Artistic achievements D) All of the above

A

D) All of the above

33
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Who led the peasant uprising that contributed to the fall of the Ming Dynasty?

A

Li Zicheng

34
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True or False: The Ming Dynasty was the last dynasty ruled by Han Chinese.

A

True

35
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What was the role of the Ming Dynasty in the Silk Road trade?

A

It revitalized and expanded trade along the Silk Road.

36
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Fill in the blank: The Ming Dynasty is noted for its ________ architecture.

A

imperial

37
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What was the impact of the Ming Dynasty on Chinese culture?

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It had a lasting influence on art, literature, and philosophy.

38
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Multiple choice: Which of the following was a key export during the Ming Dynasty? A) Tea B) Spices C) Porcelain D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

39
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What was the Ming Dynasty’s policy towards Confucianism?

A

It promoted Confucian ideals and values.

40
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True or False: The Ming Dynasty experienced a period of significant population growth.

A

True

41
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Fill in the blank: The Ming Dynasty is famous for its ________ gardens.

A

landscape

42
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What was the significance of the Ming Dynasty’s naval expeditions?

A

They demonstrated China’s maritime capabilities.

43
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Multiple choice: The Ming Dynasty was succeeded by which dynasty? A) Qing B) Yuan C) Tang D) Song

A

A) Qing

44
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What was the main agricultural product during the Ming Dynasty?

A

Rice

45
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True or False: The Ming Dynasty had a significant impact on global trade.

A

True

46
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Fill in the blank: The Ming Dynasty is known for its ________ literature.

A

historical

47
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What was the Ming Dynasty’s policy towards Buddhism?

A

It was generally tolerant but favored Confucianism.

48
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Multiple choice: Which of the following was a major cultural achievement of the Ming Dynasty? A) The printing press B) The compass C) The novel D) All of the above

A

C) The novel

49
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What was one of the main reasons for the Ming Dynasty’s isolationist policies in its later years?

A

Fear of foreign influence and control.

50
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True or False: The Ming Dynasty had a strong military presence.

A

True

51
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Fill in the blank: The Ming Dynasty is recognized for its ________ reforms.

A

agricultural

52
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What was the primary focus of Ming Dynasty art?

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Realism and detail in painting.

53
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Multiple choice: What was a major internal conflict during the Ming Dynasty? A) The Taiping Rebellion B) The Boxer Rebellion C) The Red Turban Rebellion D) The Opium Wars

A

C) The Red Turban Rebellion

54
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What was the impact of the Ming Dynasty on Chinese ceramics?

A

It led to innovations and high-quality production.

55
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True or False: The Ming Dynasty was marked by social stability and economic prosperity.

A

True

56
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Fill in the blank: The Ming Dynasty was known for its ________ silk.

A

finest

57
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What was the Ming Dynasty’s approach to education?

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It emphasized Confucian education for bureaucratic training.

58
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Multiple choice: Which of the following best describes the Ming Dynasty’s foreign policy? A) Aggressive expansion B) Isolationism C) Open trade D) Cultural exchange

A

B) Isolationism

59
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What was the role of the emperor in the Ming Dynasty?

A

The emperor held absolute power and was considered the Son of Heaven.

60
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True or False: The Ming Dynasty was the first to use paper money in China.

A

True

61
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Fill in the blank: The Ming Dynasty is known for its ________ architecture and city planning.

A

urban

62
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What was a significant public health achievement during the Ming Dynasty?

A

Improvements in sanitation and infrastructure.

63
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Multiple choice: Which of the following was a major challenge faced by the Ming Dynasty? A) Natural disasters B) Economic decline C) Political corruption D) All of the above

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D) All of the above

64
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What was the legacy of the Ming Dynasty in Chinese history?

A

It is remembered for its cultural, economic, and political achievements.

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