Chapter 5 China Review

Which of the following accomplishments occurred during the Sui dynasty?

• Construction of the Grand Canal

• Invention of gunpowder

• Establishment of the Silk Road

• Building of the Great Wall

What difficulties were faced by the Song dynasty?

• Military threats from northern tribes

• Economic instability

• Internal rebellions

• All of the above

The popularity of Buddhism in China was due to:

• its philosophical appeal and adaptability to Chinese culture

• the military conquest by Buddhist nations

• the lack of other religious options

• the economic benefits it provided

Some Chinese people opposed Buddhism because:

• it was a foreign religion and conflicted with traditional Chinese beliefs.

• it promoted violence and war.

• it was too similar to Confucianism.

• it was supported by the government.

Neo-Confucianism is explained in detail according to the textbook (p. 185, Neo-Confucianism). Which of the following best describes Neo-Confucianism?

• A revival of Confucian thought that incorporates Buddhist and Daoist elements

• A form of Buddhism that rejects Confucian principles

• A political ideology that opposes Confucianism

• A modern interpretation of Confucianism focused on technology

The civil service examinations during the Tang and Song Dynasties were designed to:

• Select government officials based on merit rather than birthright.

• Train military leaders for the imperial army.

• Promote trade and commerce within the empire.

• Establish diplomatic relations with neighboring countries.

The invention that radically changed Chinese agriculture during the Song dynasty was:

• The compass

• Gunpowder

• The printing press

• The heavy plow

The population increase in China during the Tang and Song dynasties was primarily due to:

• A. Technological advancements in agriculture

• B. Expansion of trade routes

• C. Military conquests

• D. Cultural exchanges

What inventions or discoveries were made during the Tang and Song dynasties? List the inventions in detail according to the textbook .

• Gunpowder, printing, and the compass

• Steam engine and electricity

• Television and the internet

• Automobile and airplane

What enabled Chinese traders to travel far distances?

• The invention of the compass

• The development of the Silk Road

• The use of camels for transportation

• The establishment of trade agreements