AP World History: Ming Dynasty and Zheng He

The video introduces Zheng He, a significant figure in the Ming Dynasty, known for his naval expeditions in the 15th century. It explains the tribute system of the Ming Dynasty, where surrounding states paid to maintain good relations and trade with China. Zheng He, as the chief naval admiral, led expeditions to expand China's influence and gather more tributaries. The video compares Zheng He's fleet and crew size to that of Christopher Columbus, highlighting the differences in their missions. While Columbus sought new routes, Zheng He visited known locations. The video concludes by emphasizing Zheng He's importance as a maritime leader.

Who was Zheng He, and why is he significant in AP World History?

• A famous European explorer

• A Ming Dynasty naval admiral

• A philosopher from the Renaissance

• A leader of the Mongol Empire

What was the purpose of the tribute system during the Ming Dynasty?

• To spread Chinese culture and religion

• To collect taxes from Chinese citizens

• To maintain good relations and trade with neighboring states

• To fund military expeditions

How many ships did Zheng He command during his expeditions?

• 1000 ships

• 90 ships

• 3 ships

• 317 ships

What was the size of Zheng He's crew compared to Columbus's?

• 90 men

• 300 men

• 30,000 men

• 1,000 men

What was the primary goal of Columbus's voyages?

• To conquer new territories

• To establish trade with India

• To find a new route to The Spice Islands

• To explore the Indian Ocean

How did Zheng He's ships compare in size to Columbus's ships?

• They were made of different materials

• They were smaller

• They were about the same size

• They were larger

What was Zheng He's mission in the Indian Ocean?

• To discover new lands

• To visit known places and gather tributaries

• To establish colonies

• To find a new trade route

Who is considered the most significant maritime admiral of the 15th century according to the video?

• Christopher Columbus

• Vasco da Gama

• Zheng He

• Ferdinand Magellan