POP FLASHCARD 08/26/24

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This painting best emphasizes which of the following changes to Chinese economy following the introduction of new strains of rice?

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An increased focus on agricultural output.

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What is a social impact of Champa Rice?

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The population of China doubled and neighboring areas experienced similar growth.

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What special quality did Champa Rice possess that made it an excellent "cash crop" for farmers?

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The rice was drought resistant meaning it could grow even when little water was available.

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This image depicts what important development of the Song Dynasty's socio-political order?

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Ordinary male citizens could potentially serve in the government's bureaucracy if they passed the civil service examinations.

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Which answer best reflects the unfairness of the Imperial Civil Service Examinations?

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Candidates of wealthy families were more likely to be prepared thanks to their additional resources.

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What was the underlining goal of the examinations?

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To create a Meritocracy, where individuals were chosen based on skill not prestige.

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The imperial Civil Service examinations focused on knowing the particular works of...

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Eastern philosopher Confucius, who advocated society must have structure.

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The sentiments expressed in the excerpt above best illustrate what aspect of Song culture?

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Everyone has a place in society and should abide by the virtues they are taught.

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Knowledge of the works aforementioned in this passage were especially important to...

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those hoping to pass the Imperial Civil Service Examinations.

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During the Song Dynasty, Neo-Confucianism developed and began advocating for...

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a more conservative approach to government and society.