The Ming Dynasty

How long did the Ming Dynasty remain in power?

• More than 300 years

• More than 250 years

• More than 200 years

• More than 150 years

What significant development did the Ming Dynasty achieve?

• Construction of the Great Wall

• Creation of the first printing press

• Development of gunpowder

• Invention of the compass

Who was Zheng He?

• A Chinese emperor

• A famous Chinese philosopher

• A Chinese explorer

• A Chinese general

Why did the Chinese stop their explorations after 1433?

• They found all the lands they needed

• Exploration was deemed too expensive

• They were defeated in battles

• They lost interest in trade

What does the term 'ethnocentric' mean?

• Believing in multiple gods

• Evaluating other cultures based on your own standards

• Promoting cultural diversity

• Isolating from other cultures

What was a consequence of China's isolationism?

• Collapse of the Ming Dynasty

• Expansion of the empire

• Cultural exchange

• Economic prosperity

Which dynasty practiced the philosophy of legalism?

• Tang Dynasty

• Qin Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Han Dynasty

What is a key characteristic of legalism?

• Religious tolerance

• Diplomatic negotiations

• Gentlemanly warfare

• Ruthless and practical warfare