Chinese Paper and the Ming Dynasty

What material was early Chinese paper made from during the Han dynasty?

• Cotton

• Bamboo

• Silk

• Wood

What was added to paper during the Ming dynasty to help adjust its size?

• Glue

• Starch

• Wax

• Oil

What was the purpose of adding yellow dye to paper in the Ming dynasty?

• To make it colorful

• To repel insects

• To make it waterproof

• To strengthen it

What type of essay did writers in the Ming dynasty have to compose to earn respect?

• Haiku

• Sonnet

• Baguwen

• Limerick

What was the Silk Road?

• A type of Chinese silk

• A network of trade routes

• A famous Chinese emperor

• A Chinese festival

What was silk almost as valuable as during the Ming dynasty?

• Silver

• Iron

• Gold

• Bronze

Why did the Ming emperors cut off outside trade and ban overseas expeditions?

• To expand their naval fleet

• To reduce expenses and focus on internal affairs

• To increase trade with Europe

• To explore new lands

What was one effect of the Ming dynasty's decision to reduce trade and contact with other nations?

• Decreased demand for Chinese goods

• Increased availability of Chinese goods

• Increased demand for Chinese goods

• Decreased value of Chinese goods

Who was one of the most well-known explorers motivated by the closure of Chinese trade routes?

• Marco Polo

• Vasco da Gama

• Christopher Columbus

• Ferdinand Magellan

Which of the following materials was primarily used for writing in ancient China before the invention of paper?

• Bamboo strips

• Silk

• Animal bones

• Leaves