Ming and Qing Dynasties passages

What is meant by the term "imperial" as used in Passage 1?​ (a)   ​

• belonging to the emperor
• beautiful and elegant
• related to overseas exploration

Which famous structure was built during the Ming dynasty as the imperial residence in Beijing?

• The Forbidden City

• The Great Wall

• The Summer Palace

• The Temple of Heaven

Who was the famous explorer from the Ming dynasty known for his seven diplomatic voyages?

• Zheng He

• Marco Polo

• Christopher Columbus

• Vasco da Gama

During the Ming dynasty, literature became more accessible due to the use of the (a)   language.

What is meant by the term "vernacular" as it is used in Passage 1?​ (a)   ​

• language used by ordinary people
• secret code words
• sophisticted language used by educated people

The Ming dynasty is famous for its blue-and-white (a)   wares.

What is meant by the word "foliage" as it is used in Passage 1?​ (a)   ​

• leaves and flowers
• geometric shapes
• majestic animals

Which of the following best describes how the Manchu rulers governed during the Qing dynasty?​ ​ ​

• They combined Manchu traditions with some Chinese practices.

• They completely abolished Chinese traditions and replaced them with Manchu customs.
  

• They ruled only through military force without using Chinese officials.
  

• They refused to learn the Chinese language, ruling only in Manchu.

What is meant by the word "multiethnic" as it is used in Passage 2?

• People of many different backgrounds and cultures

• People with the same religion and customs

• People with European ancestors

• People who all support the emperor

What innovation in porcelain during the Qing dynasty was influenced by European art?

• The development of black-and-white pottery
  

• The introduction of pink pigments inspired by European enamels
  

• The replacement of porcelain with bronze for decorative purposes

• The use of clay from Italy in porcelain production