Which spirits were most important to the ancient Chinese?

evil spirits who controlled the crops

spirits found in the natural world

spirits representing the Mandate of Heaven

How did early contact with China affect Japan?

The Japanese adopted the Chinese writing system.

The Japanese government became a model for China.

Japan became a Chinese territory.

The original inhabitants of Japan migrated to China.

Why did European powers intervene in China in the late 1800s?

to liberate political prisoners

to overthrow the Chinese emperor

What features are associated with China’s Tang and Song dynasties?

prosperity and stable government

economic problems and political violence

overseas conquests and colonization

What forces did the United States fight against in the Korean War?

North Korea, which was supported by China

South Korea, which was supported by the United Nations

North Korea and South Korea, which were supported by China

North Korea and South Korea, which were supported by the United Nations

Why do most people in North Korea and South Korea live near the coasts?

because the interiors of the countries are mountainous

because their jobs in fishing and trade require them to be near the sea

because much of the other land is covered by steppes

because climate change has led to droughts in more central areas

How is religious life different in South Korea and China?

There is greater freedom of religion in South Korea.

South Korea does not have an official state religion.

Chinese people tend to be more religious.

There are more Muslims in South Korea.

In terms of ethnic diversity, how are Japan, North Korea, and South Korea similar?

They all have very little ethnic diversity.

They all have a large ethnic Korean population.

They all have experienced a great deal of ethnic conflict.

They all have a significant population of immigrants from Central Asia.

How do China’s government institutions most differ from those of more democratic countries?

One party dominates the government.

The legislature holds most power.

Two branches of government share power.

Government power is limited by a constitution.

How are the governments of Japan and South Korea different?

Japan is a parliamentary democracy, while South Korea is a presidential democracy.

Japan is an autocracy, while South Korea is a parliamentary democracy.

Japan is a semi-presidential democracy, while South Korea is a communist autocracy.

Japan is an absolute monarchy, while South Korea is a democracy.

Which of the following statements about China’s economy is most accurate?

China invests heavily in productive and human capital.

It is easier to start a business in China than in any other country in East Asia.

China’s economy has not grown much in recent years.

China’s command economy has little money available to invest in productive capital.

Which of the following would have the most immediate effect on China’s economy?

failure of hydroelectric plants

The Chinese have built dams and reservoirs in order to

reduce dependence on foreign trade.

Which of the following has created the most conflict between the Koreas?

North Korea’s continuing effort to make more nuclear weapons

North Korea’s limits on its citizens’ freedoms

South Korea’s increased democracy

South Korea’s decision to ally itself with China

Why is Japan’s aging population causing economic problems?

Many older people have retired, making the workforce smaller.

Older people are not retiring and letting younger people enter the workforce.

Older people have become a strain on the healthcare system.

Older people require more services than the government can afford.

Why are plate tectonics a concern in parts of East Asia?

The movement of tectonic plates can cause earthquakes.

The movement of tectonic plates accelerates soil erosion.

Tectonic plates make it difficult to extract natural resources from the ground.

Tectonic plates are slowly moving together, producing pollution.

Among the major achievements of the Shang were the development of a written language and the

development of bronze metalworking.

The first emperor of unified China, Shi Huangdi, believed in Legalism, a philosophy that held that

a strict ruler is needed to create an orderly society.

people are basically good, and rulers should set an example.

government jobs should be given to the most qualified persons.

rulers should seek to keep the Mandate of Heaven.

Based on the land uses shown on the map, which description of Mongolia’s population density is most likely?

Mongolia has the lowest population density in the region.

Southern Mongolia’s population is denser than China’s.

Northern Mongolia’s population is denser than China’s.

Mongolia has a population density greater than Taiwan’s but less than China’s.

Read the passage about the Yao in China. “Most Yao live in southern China’s Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, with the rest scattered among mountain communities [elsewhere]. The Yao consist of several smaller ethnic subgroups, which is why until the founding of the People’s Republic in 1949, the ethnic group had several names including Panyao, Shanziyao, Guoshanyao, Pindiyao and Baikuyao. Following the revolution, however, the name ‘Yao’ was officially adopted. . . . However, the Yao do not have their own written language and therefore have come to use Chinese characters. This in turn has caused the Yao to become familiar with the Han and their customs.” —Amanda Lilly, “A Guide to China’s Ethnic Groups,” Washington Post Which of the following statements can be inferred from this passage?

The Yao are probably divided into many groups because of their mountainous homeland.

The Yao are more closely related to the Han than they are to other ethnic groups.

The Yao were strong supporters of the communist revolution in China.

The Yao have lost their language and culture since the Chinese revolution.

Read the excerpt about the Three Gorges Dam. “According to official figures, the venture cost China about $23 billion, but outside experts estimate it may have cost double that amount. The dam has . . . [led to] floating archipelagoes of garbage, carpets of algae and landslides on the banks. . . . Critics also have complained that the government has fallen far short of its goals in helping to resettle the 1.4 million people displaced by the rising waters behind the dam.” —Michael Wines, “China Admits Problems With Three Gorges Dam,” The New York Times Based on this passage, what major criticism could be made of the Chinese government regarding the Three Gorges Dam?

water pollution and displacement of people

overspending its budget for the dam

poor engineering and a faulty dam structure

too much attention to outside critics

After students gathered to protest and demand political rights in Tiananmen Square in 1989,

China’s government responded with a brutal crackdown.

China’s government responded by making reforms.

South Korean soldiers fired on the students.

What effects did the Silk Road have on China under the Han dynasty? Choose the TWO correct answers.

It brought new ideas such as Buddhism into China.

It increased the prosperity of Han merchants.

It enabled the Han to expand Chinese territory.

It made travel easier between northern and southern China.

It allowed the Chinese to learn the process of making silk.

What happened in Japan during the Meiji Restoration?

Japan industrialized and modernized its military.

Japan joined the Axis Powers in World War II.

Japan adopted elements of Chinese culture, including Confucianism.

Japan reunified under the rule of shoguns.

What is the most likely reason why the North Korean government limits access to outside information?

to block information the government dislikes

to make sure everyone gets the same information

to ensure that all information in the country is correct

to ensure that all information is in the Korean language

How do physical features affect land use in Japan?

Extensive mountain areas leave little room for farming and cities.

Vast lowlands mean the population is widely scattered.

Extensive mountain areas force farming on mountain slopes.

A large supply of fertile plains makes farming successful.

What does the map suggest about Marco Polo’s journey to China?

The Mongol empire must have provided safety for travelers.

Land travel was easier than sea travel.

He wanted to travel as far as possible from Venice.

He had to avoid Mongol lands to make the trip safely.

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45 sec • 2 pts

Zhou rulers claimed that they had won the Mandate of Heaven because they

brought the Warring States period to an end.

were victorious over the Shang dynasty.

were chosen as rulers by Shang priests.

served the interests of powerful warlords.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 2 pts

By the end of the Shang dynasty, the Chinese had developed a form of writing in which each character represented a

sound.

letter.

syllable.

word.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 2 pts

What happened after northern Korea gained independence from China?

Multiple kingdoms developed in Korea.

Korea became a united nation-state.

Korea went to war with Japan.

Choson conquered Han China.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 2 pts

Who was the first emperor of united China?

Shang Yang

Chen Sheng

Liu Bang

Shi Huangdi

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 2 pts

Which method did the Yamato most rely on to build their empire?

establishing ties, such as through marriage

forcing other clans off their land

writing a new constitution for Japan

conquering Japan’s nearest neighbors on the mainland

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 2 pts

What philosopher who helped shape Chinese thought is known as the “First Teacher”?

Laozi

Shi Huangdi

Confucius

D Liu Bang

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

45 sec • 2 pts

According to Laozi, what is the Dao?

the home of the heavenly spirits

respect for authority

the natural way of the universe

reverence for ancestors

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Topic 12: East Asia

Zhou rulers claimed that they had won the Mandate of Heaven because they

By the end of the Shang dynasty, the Chinese had developed a form of writing in which each character represented a

What happened after northern Korea gained independence from China?

Who was the first emperor of united China?

Which method did the Yamato most rely on to build their empire?

What philosopher who helped shape Chinese thought is known as the “First Teacher”?

According to Laozi, what is the Dao?

Which spirits were most important to the ancient Chinese?

What is the main topic discussed in the Analects of Confucius?

According to Daoism, the symbols of yin and yang represent the ideal of

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