Great Wall of China Facts

The video provides an overview of the Great Wall of China, highlighting its complex history and construction over thousands of years. Initially built by individual states for protection, the wall was unified under Qin Shi Huang. The Ming Dynasty expanded it significantly, making it the longest human-made structure. Today, the Great Wall is a World Heritage site, though much of it is damaged or lost. It remains a major tourist attraction.

What is one of the most recognizable symbols of China?

• The Forbidden City

• The Great Wall of China

• The Terracotta Army

• The Summer Palace

What materials were used in the earliest walls of the Great Wall of China?

• Concrete and steel

• Stone and brick

• Wood and metal

• Packed earth and gravel

Who was the first Emperor of China that ordered the unification of the walls?

• Emperor Taizong of Tang

• Emperor Wu of Han

• Emperor Gaozu of Han

• Qin Shi Huang

Which dynasty constructed the most famous version of the Great Wall?

• Tang Dynasty

• Song Dynasty

• Ming Dynasty

• Yuan Dynasty

How long did the Great Wall stretch at its height?

• 13,000 miles

• 15,000 miles

• 10,000 miles

• 20,000 miles

What is the thickness of the Great Wall in some places?

• 20 feet

• 25 feet

• 30 feet

• 35 feet

Can the Great Wall of China be seen from the moon?

• Yes, clearly

• No, not at all

• Only with a telescope

• Only during the day

What is the current status of the Great Wall of China?

• Fully intact and maintained

• Under reconstruction

• Partially maintained and protected

• Completely destroyed

What fraction of the Great Wall has completely disappeared?

• 1/3

• 3/4

• 1/4

• 1/2

What is the most popular tourist destination in China?

• The Summer Palace

• The Forbidden City

• The Great Wall of China

• The Terracotta Army