East Asia Review

How did the social and political chaos near the end of the Han Dynasty impact religion in China?

• It inspired many people to accept the teachings of Daoism as a way to return to a natural state

• It inspired many people to study Christianity in search of the afterlife

• It inspired many people to implement the caste system created by Hinduism.

• It inspired people to become interested in Buddhism as an answer to their suffering.

Based on the map, what factor most likely helped Buddhism spread throughout eastern Asia?

• climate change

• democracy

• international war

• trade

How did the Tang Dynasty have a positive impact on Chinese history?

• It unified Ancient China

• It made Christianity the official religion of China

• It brought feudalism to China

• It increased European influences in China

What is the main reason the economy prospered during the Tang dynasty?

• The construction of the Great Wall increased military readiness

• The revival of the Silk Road increased foreign trade

• The influence of Confucius increased intellectual activities

• The spread of Buddhism increased religious devotion

Why did the Tang dynasty use the examination system to choose government officials?

• to promote greater cultural diversity

• to ensure the influence of noble families

• to provide the civil service with qualified leaders

• to measure the effectiveness of the imperial education system

Which sentence best describes the Tang dynasty?

• China sponsored sea voyages to explore other continents

• China shrank in size and suffered increases in poverty and disease

• China closed its doors and refused to trade with other civilizations

• China experienced a long period of peace, wealth, and cultural achievements

The inscription supports what historical fact about China during Ming Dynasty?

• The Ming Dynasty was isolated from the outside world

• The Ming Dynasty used military strength to control its people

• The Ming Dynasty depended on religious leaders for power

• The Ming Dynasty large naval explorations

Why did the leaders of the Ming Dynasty enhance the Great Wall?

• to slow international trade

• to prevent natural disasters

• to honor the religious teaching of Confucius

• to the defend against Mongolian expansion

What is the relationship between Buddhism and Shintoism in Japanese culture?

• Many Japanese Buddhists discriminate against Shintoists

• Most Japanese practice Shintoism, and Buddhism is banned

• Many Japanese practice both Buddhism and Shintoism

• Most Japanese practice Buddhism, and Shinto is banned

Which religion best completes this chart?

• Christianity

• Hinduism

• Judaism

• Shinto