Quiz on Tz'u-hsi

How did Tz'u-hsi gain power?

• By leading a rebellion

• By becoming a scholar

• By giving birth to a son

• By marrying a prince

How many ebony boxes of "everyday jewels" were held in the vault?

What time did meetings begin when Tz'u-hsi was in control?

• 6 o'clock in the morning

• 5 o'clock in the morning

• 4 o'clock in the morning

• 3 o'clock in the morning

What was the Forbidden City described as?

• A small village

• A market place

• A military base

• A vast complex of palaces

How did Tz'u-hsi react when threatened?

• She reacted aggressively

• She ignored it

• She ran away

• She asked for help

What did Tz'u-hsi do when she was worried?

• She went for a walk

• She called for her brushes and ink

• She played music

• She read a book

What was Tz'u-hsi not allowed to do as a woman?

• Eat in public

• Wear silk gowns

• Own pets

• Travel outside the Forbidden City

What did Tz'u-hsi hate?

• Dogs

• Cats

• Birds

• Fish

What symbol does the People's Republic of China use Tz'u-hsi as?

• A symbol of peace

• A symbol of wisdom

• A symbol of hated imperialism

• A symbol of unity

What type of paths did Tz'u-hsi walk on?

• Sandy paths

• Intricate paths among blossoming trees

• Rocky paths

• Wooden paths