Ch 5 Imperial China

What accomplishments occurred during the Sui dynasty? Select ALL that apply.

• The Great Wall was repaired.

• The Buddha monument was carved.

• Changan was rebuilt.

• The Grand Canal was built.

The only woman in Chinese history to rule an empire on her own was ______.

• Empress Wu

• Grand Canal

• Silk Road

• Wendi

• Yangdi

Many people became Buddhists in China during the 100s CE because

• Buddhism provided a strong, stable government.

• monasteries were peaceful places.

• they feared Confucianism.

• they wanted to seek peace and avoid suffering during a difficult, violent time.

What difficulties were faced by the Song dynasty? Select all that apply.

• The empire was too large to protect.

• The Grand Canal flooded.

• Nomads invaded from the north.

• Peasants overthrew the emperor.

Why did some Chinese people oppose Buddhism? Select all that apply.

• Some believed it wanted to take control of government.

• Some believed it was an enemy of Confucian traditions.

• Some believed it taught that people should not give to charity.

• Some believed its monasteries and temples were too wealthy.

What was true of the civil service examinations during the Tang and Song dynasties?

• Women were allowed to take the exams.

• The exams favored the rich.

• Preparing for the tests was simple.

• Most people passed the exams.

Which statements describe Neo-Confucianism? Select all that apply.

• It was a blending of Confucian, Buddhist, and Daoist beliefs.

• Followers were expected to be active in society and to help others.

• It was created to stop the influence of Christianity in China.

• Tang and Song rulers believed it would weaken the government.

What led to the popularity of Buddhism in China?

• Tang rulers embraced the religion.

• People wanted to escape suffering.

• People hoped to become wealthy.

• Confucius encouraged the religion.

Which is something that was not created or invented by the Chinese

• Papermaking

• Gunpowder

• Porcelain

• Electricity

He was a European merchant and explorer who came to China and is known for writing about his experiences

• Marco Polo

• Ferdinand Magellin

• Amerigo Vespucci

• Matthew Perry