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What famous wall did the ming dynasty rebulied and expand
The great wall of china
Who founded the Ming Dynasty in 1368?
Hongwu
The empire relied heavily on Confucian values. What exams did citizens take to earn government jobs?
Civil service exams
What year did the Ming Dynasty begin?
1368
How many years did the Ming Dynasty rule China?
276 years
What huge palace complex did the ming dynasty build in Beijing
The Forbidden City
What years did Hongwu rule China?
1368–1398
Even though society looked down on merchants, what activity helped create wealthy cities?
Booming Trade and Cities
Which dynasty did the Ming overthrow to gain power?
The Yuan Dynasty
What was the name of Zheng He's giant ships?
Treasure ships
What tool helped Ming sailors navigate the ocean
The magnetic compass
Which emperor moved China's capital to Beijing?
Yongle
What famous imperial palace was built during the Ming cultural golden age?
The Forbidden City
What city became the Ming capital under Yongle?
Beijing
About how many workers helped build the Forbidden City?
Over one million
What famous explorer led large Chinese treasure fleets?
Zheng He
Which emperor was known for promoting peace and lowering taxes?
Hongzhi
What famous Chinese adventure novel was written during the Ming Dynasty?
Journey to the West
What problems weakened the Ming government?
Corruption, high taxes, and rebellions
What famous wall was rebuilt to protect China from northern attacks?
The Great Wall of China
What two materials helped make the Ming Great Wall stronger?
Stone and bricks
Who was the last Ming emperor before the dynasty fell?
Chongzhen
What type of decorated ceramic became especially famous during the Ming Dynasty?
Blue-and-white porcelain
What year did the Ming Dynasty fall?
1644
What dynasty replaced the Ming Dynasty in 1644?
The Qing Dynasty