Chinese Emperors
Which Emperor chose to isolate China?
Xuande
What law was issued in 1434 that cut China off from the rest of the world?
The Edict of Haijin
What was one major problem for Chinese merchant ships?
Piracy
What did Empress Wu expand during her rule?
The civil service exam
What was the Silk Road trade agreement of 1434 called?
Trick question! The Edict of Haijin restricted trade.
When did Empress Wu declare herself Emperor?
690 AD
What country did China cut off trade with because of their tense relationship?
Which major drug did Britain smuggle into China, leading to conflict?
Opium
What type of policies did Shi Huangdi implement?
Legalist policies
What was one of the main reasons China resisted foreign influence?
They considered themselves superior and self-sufficient.
What Dynasty did Empress Wu establish?
Zhou Dynasty
How did China respond to the British request for more trade in 1793?
It refused and considered itself superior
Lord George Macartney's mission to China was meant to expand British _____ and improve diplomatic relations.
Trade
Who established Confucianism as the state philosophy?
Emperor Wu of Han
What empire ruled China when it was most isolated?
Ming Dynasty
Who reigned from 141-87 BCE, the longest of any Han Emperor?
Emperor Wu of Han
What was one major effect of China's isolation?
It fell behind in military and tech advancements
Who led the large naval expeditions before China's isolation?
Admiral Zheng He
How many ships did Zheng He command during the 7 naval expeditions?
100-300 Ships
Why did the Chinese initially welcome European traders?
They desired silver in exchange for goods.
Who conquered warring states to unify China in 221 BCE?
Shi Huangdi
How did Britain force China to open more ports for trade?
By waging war against China
What was the main goal of Admiral Zheng He's voyages?
To showcase China's power and demand tribute.
What was in Shi Huangdi’s Tomb?
Terracotta Army
How did isolation impact China’s military strength?
It weakened over time due to lack of innovation.