Ancient China

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Who is regarded as the foremost philosopher of China whose ideas became widespread only after his death? Options: Li Si, Han Fei Tzu, Kung Fu Tzu, Lao Tzu

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Kung Fu Tzu

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Ancient Chinese belief that China is culturally superior to all other nations.

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Sinocentrism

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Ancient Chinese belief about the emperor's power given by the gods based on the ruler's capacity to rule well.

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Mandate of Heaven

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This dynasty ruled during the so-called Golden Age of China. Options: Han, Sui, T'ang, Sung

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T'ang

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Ancient Buddhist text considered as the world's first printed book.

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Diamond Sutra

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The Mongol emperor who established the first foreign dynasty in China. Options: Genghis Khan, Kublai Khan, Tolui Khan, Temur Khan

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Kublai Khan

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China became part of the Mongol Empire during the rule of this dynasty: Ming, Ching, Sung, Yuan.

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Yuan

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Who is the Venetian traveller who regaled Europeans with stories about the richness of China? Options: Niccolo Polo, Marco Polo, Ferdinand Magellan, Sebastian Elcano

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Marco Polo

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China was able to build the greatest naval power during this dynasty.

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Ming

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One of China's contributions which greatly helped navigation and long-distance travel.

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magnetic compass