The Han Dynasty

Which dynasty's rulers created a government based on the ideas of Confucius?

• the Shang dynasty

• the Zhou dynasty

• the Qin dynasty

• the Han dynasty

What was the purpose of the exam system during Wudi's rule?

• To assess physical strength and combat skills

• To promote nepotism and favoritism

• Select government officials based on merit and knowledge

• To randomly select government officials

Identify what factors led to the growth of trade during the Han dynasty?

• Construction of the Great Wall of China

• Establishment of the Silk Road, introduction of paper money, development of a standardized coinage system, and promotion of maritime trade through the South China Sea.

• Introduction of the printing press

• Expansion of the Roman Empire

Draw conclusions why do you think there were silk garments in China?

• Silk garments were primarily worn for practical reasons rather than luxury

• Silk production originated in China, making it more accessible and affordable. Silk was considered a luxurious and high-quality fabric.

• Silk garments were introduced to China by European traders

• Silk garments were popular in China due to their affordability and availability in other regions

Who created the compass?

• Humphrey Davy

• Guglielmo Marconi

• Han dynasty

• Nikola Tesla

What scientific advancement is attributed to the Han Dynasty in the field of navigation?

• The invention of the astrolabe

• The development of the compass

• The creation of the sextant

• The discovery of longitude

Which material, crucial for writing and documentation, was invented during the Han Dynasty?

• Papyrus

• Parchment

• Paper

• Vellum

What was a significant contribution of the Han Dynasty to metallurgy?

• The development of bronze casting

• The invention of the blast furnace

• The creation of steel from iron

• The discovery of aluminum smelting

Which scientific field saw advancements due to the Han Dynasty's interest in celestial phenomena?

• Astrology

• Astronomy

• Meteorology

• Geology

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What was the Han Dynasty's contribution to agricultural science?

• The invention of the plow

• The development of crop rotation

• The creation of the seed drill

• The introduction of terrace farming

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