The Story of Lady Wu and the Tang Dynasty

What nickname was Lady Wu known by during her time in the palace?

• The Fair Flatterer

• The Silent Shadow

• The Golden Empress

• The Wise Oracle

Why is there doubt about the traditional story of Wu's exile?

• The emperor never visited the convent

• Wu was not a Buddhist

• Wu was never actually exiled

• Wu's hair was too long for a Buddhist nun

What was Empress Wang's main concern that led her to adopt children?

• Her inability to have children

• Her lack of political influence

• Her desire to become the emperor

• Her fear of being exiled

How did Lady Wu gain influence in the palace?

• By sharing gifts with servants and concubines

• By becoming a Buddhist nun

• By exiling her rivals

• By marrying the emperor

What tragic event occurred shortly after Wu's return to the palace?

• The death of her daughter

• The exile of Empress Wang

• The emperor's assassination

• The fall of the Tang Dynasty

What accusation did Wu make against Empress Wang?

• Poisoning her daughter

• Stealing from the emperor

• Practicing witchcraft

• Plotting a rebellion

What was the outcome for Empress Wang and Consort Xiao after Wu's rise to power?

• They fled the palace

• They were promoted to higher ranks

• They became Wu's allies

• They were exiled and later assassinated

What nickname was given to the aristocrat who helped Wu gain power?

• The Shadow of the Court

• The Golden Tongue

• The Silent Assassin

• The Sword in the Smile

What was the alleged method of execution for Wu's rivals according to traditional accounts?

• Beheading

• Poisoning

• Drowning in a vat of wine

• Burning at the stake

What is the sponsor mentioned at the end of the video?

• Trade Coffee

• Imperial Tea

• Royal Wines

• Palace Spices