Maps
Social Hierarchy
Ming Facts
100
In the 1340s, the Black Death spread to Europe as a result of:
Trade with Asia
100
What term is used to justify an Emperor's right to rule ?
Mandate Heaven
100
Who is the founder of the Ming Dynasty ?
Emperor Hongwu
200
Based on this map, which statement is accurate concerning China between 1400 and 1500?
China interacted and traded with many diverse cultures.
200
According to the chart, who was directly below the emperor in Chinese society in the Ming and Qing dynasties?
Court
200
Why is China known as the 'Middle Kingdom' ?
The "Middle Kingdom" implies that China was the center of earthly civilization/ believed they were the most civilized/important in the world.
300
Based on this map, which geographic factor directly affected the timing and direction of travel and trade on the Indian Ocean?
Monsoons
300
Who are the longest member in society ?
Merchants /Traders
300
During the reign of the Ming dynasty, the development of cities such as Beijing, Suzhou, and Nanjing were evidence of what historical process?
Urbanization
400
Using the information provided by this map, a valid conclusion that can be drawn about Indian Ocean trade networks is that they:
Connected India to the Middle East and to East Africa.
400
Why were merchants considered the lowest in society ?
They did not make money from their own skills.
400
How many voyages did Zheng He go on ?
Seven (7)
500
According to the map above, which of the following geographic regions was considered a "core" of the system?
China
500
Based on the information in this chart, what is a valid conclusion about Chinese society during the Ming and Qing dynasties?
Some people living in China had opportunities for social mobility.
500
"The countries beyond the horizon and from the ends of the Earth have all become subjects and to the most western of the western or the most northern of the northern countries however far away they may be." - Ming Official.
What is the purpose of this statement ?
Showcase Power/ Supremacy