Emperor Shaomin's Tomb Discoveries

The video explores the mystery of undiscovered famous tombs, focusing on the recently found tomb of Emperor Shaomin of the Northern Zhou Dynasty. It details the historical context of the Northern Zhou, the rise and fall of Emperor Shaomin, and the archaeological findings from his tomb. The discovery is significant for understanding China's history and culture, providing insights into burial customs and political dynamics of the time.

Which of the following tombs is NOT mentioned as undiscovered in the video?

• Alexander the Great

• Tutankhamun

• Cleopatra

• Genghis Khan

What was the original name of Emperor Shaomin?

• Yuan Hu

• Yuan Jew

• Yuan Yong

• Yuan Thai

Which dynasty did Emperor Shaomin found?

• Eastern Jin

• Northern Zhou

• Southern Qi

• Northern Wei

Who overthrew Emperor Shaomin?

• Yuan Yong

• Yuan Hu

• Emperor Gong

• Yuan Thai

Where was Emperor Shaomin's tomb discovered?

• Near the Great Wall

• In Luoyang

• In Beijing

• Near the airport expressway in Siyang City

What was the most valuable find in Emperor Shaomin's tomb?

• Warrior figurines

• An epitaph stone

• A camel figurine

• Ceramic vessels

What does the epitaph stone in the tomb identify the occupant as?

• Emperor of the Northern Wei

• Heavenly Prince of Zhou

• King of the Southern Qi

• Ruler of the Eastern Jin

In which year was Emperor Shaomin buried according to the inscription?

• AD 556

• AD 557

• AD 558

• AD 559

What is the significance of the discovery of Emperor Shaomin's tomb?

• It is the first Northern Zhou Emperor's tomb found.

• It provides insights into the burial customs of the Northern Zhou Dynasty.

• It confirms the existence of the Southern Qi Dynasty.

• It reveals the location of Cleopatra's tomb.

Which other Northern Zhou Emperor's tomb was excavated before Shaomin's?

• Emperor Tai

• Emperor Ming

• Emperor Gong

• Emperor Wu