Imperial China Questions and Answers

What geographical features isolated China from the rest of the world?

• The Himalayas and the Gobi Desert

• The Alps and the Sahara Desert

• The Andes and the Amazon Rainforest

• The Rocky Mountains and the Great Plains

Shi Huangdi rose to power by:

• defeating rival states during the Warring States period

• being elected by the people of China

• inheriting the throne from his father

• being appointed by the emperor

What is porcelain?

• Porcelain is a metal alloy used in construction.
• Porcelain is a type of strong ceramic pottery.

• Porcelain is a soft clay used for pottery.
• Porcelain is a type of glass used for windows.

What changes did Shi Huangdi make to unite his empire?

• Standardized weights and measures

• Built the Great Wall

• Unified the writing system

• All of the above

Which of the following best describes a nomad?

• A person who lives in a fixed location and owns property.
• A traveler who only visits cities for short periods.
• A person who prefers to stay indoors and avoid outdoor activities.
• A person who moves from place to place without a permanent home.

Shi Huangdi sent his son far away because:

• his son disagree on how he was cruel ruler

• he was preparing him for leadership.

• he was punishing him for disobedience.

• he wanted to expand his empire.

What does the philosophy of Legalism state?

• Legalism emphasizes strict adherence to laws and rules.

• Legalism promotes individual freedom and expression.

• Legalism advocates for a classless society.

• Legalism focuses on spiritual enlightenment.

What is a trade route?

• A trade route is a legal document for trade agreements.
• A trade route is a method of communication between traders.
• A way across land or sea that is traveled by merchants.

• A trade route is a type of currency used in transactions.

The Silk Road was important to China because it was:

• a network of trade routes connecting China to the West

• a military road used for invasions

• a path for religious pilgrimages

• a modern highway system

What is a yurt?

• A yurt is a modern apartment complex in urban areas.
• A yurt is a type of traditional Japanese house.
• A tentlike house used by nomadic people.

• A yurt is a large, rectangular building used for farming.