Song and Tang Quiz

Which dynasty had the only female emperor?

• Song Dynasty

• Tang Dynasty

How did the Tang Dynasty lose power? (multiple choice)

• rebellion

• corruption

• poor rulers

• protests

Which dynasty made paper money?

• The Song Dynasty

• The Tang Dynasty

Which dynasty had a golden age?

• Tang Dynasty

• Song Dynasty

What did the Tang dynasty do to encourage economic growth?

• Introduced new taxes

• Implemented strict trade regulations

• Encouraged agricultural reform and trade

• Reduced the number of government officials

What led to the growth of cities in Song China?

• Lack of cultural development

• Economic prosperity

• Decline in trade

• Decrease in population

What did the Tang dynasty use to select government officials?

• Military service records

• Civil service examinations

• Family connections

• Wealth and social status

The Tang and Song is known as the

• End of Chinese Civilization

• Dynastic Cycle

• Golden Age of China

• Beginnings of the Mongol Empire

Trade from China to Europe  

• made China poor
• Silk Road
• passed along the Grand Canal
• came across the East China Sea

Which achievements are most closely associated with the Tang and Song dynasties?

• spinning wheel and stirrup

• domes and arched bridges

• gunpowder and magnetic compass

• cannon and longbow