Imperial Exam Questions - Stuff That I Find Interesting

The video explores historical examination questions from China and Korea, focusing on classics, history, and politics categories. It discusses the challenges of finding these questions, especially due to language barriers, and presents translated questions from the early 20th century. The video covers topics like virtue, governance, alliances, and international relations, and concludes with a call for more historical questions.

What is the primary focus of the question from the classics category discussed in the video?

• The role of women in ancient societies

• The teachings of great learning and virtue

• The economic policies of ancient China

• The importance of military strategy

Which Chinese dynasty had a weak central government but strong local governors?

• Qing Dynasty

• Song Dynasty

• Zhou Dynasty

• Jin Dynasty

What was the outcome of the Song Dynasty's alliance with the Jurchens?

• They were defeated by the Yuan

• They gained control over the Jin

• They successfully conquered the Yuan

• They established a long-lasting peace

How did Japan strengthen itself according to the video?

• By forming alliances with China

• By employing Westerners

• By expanding its territory

• By focusing on agriculture

What was the impact of the Chinese Exclusion Act as discussed in the video?

• It led to increased immigration from China

• It resulted in economic growth in China

• It strengthened diplomatic ties with China

• It prohibited Chinese workers from entering the USA