Empires in East Asia

The peaceful period from the 1200s to the mid 1300s that was created as a result of Mongolian conquest

True or false: By 1260, the Mongol Empire had divided into four khanates

• True

• False

Which of the following was a positive effect of the Mongol conquest?

• They became settled farmers

• They brought their own culture to the land's they conquered

• They were tolerant of other religions

• They did not require people to pay taxes

Which describes the achievements of China's Sui Dynasty?

• led a rebellion to overthrow the Mongols

• reunited China and built the Grand Canal

• created a vast empire from Japan to Europe

• invented the Chinese writing system and chariot

Under which dynasty did China rapidly expand its territory, revive the civil service system, and achieve several technological advances?

• Shang

• Han

• Tang

• Qing

Which Mongol Khan conquered China, established the Yuan Dynasty, and twice failed to invade Japan?

• Kuma

• Monet

• Kublai

• Vincenzo

Which two statements describe how the Mongols ruled the people they conquered? (select the two correct answers)

• they enslaved all adult inhabitants

• they tolerated other religions

• they allowed local leaders to govern

• they killed all skilled craftsmen and warriors

Which dynasty is known for the construction of the Great Wall of China?

• A) Qin

• B) Han

• C) Tang

• D) Song

What was the primary religion that spread along the Silk Road during the Tang Dynasty?

• A) Christianity

• B) Buddhism

• C) Islam

• D) Hinduism

Which empire is credited with the invention of gunpowder?

• A) Roman Empire

• B) Ottoman Empire

• C) Chinese Empire

• D) Persian Empire