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When was the Ming Dynasty founded?
1368
Which emperor sent Zheng He on voyages?
Emperor Yongle.
what is the whole name of I&S
Individuals and Societies
What's the name of Columbus' first ship?
The Santa María.
How many years earlier was the Ming Dynasty established than Columbus' first voyage?
About 115 years.
What great wall was rebuilt in the Ming Dynasty?
The Great Wall
How many voyages did Zheng He make?
Seven
What's the "history cake" analogy in I & S about?
help understand different time periods
Which explorer conquered the Inca Empire?
Francisco Pizarro.
What's a famous invention of the Ming Dynasty?
Movable-typing printing.
Why did the Ming Dynasty stop Zheng He's voyages?
saw little benefit.
What goods did Zheng He's fleet bring back?
Spices, gems, and exotic animals.
How does I & S view the study of history?
what is the thing, and how does it shape the history
What route did Vasco da Gama find?
A sea route to India by sailing around Africa.
Which dynasty came after the Ming Dynasty?
The Qing Dynasty.
What was the capital of the Ming Dynasty?
Nanjing (later Beijing).
How big were Zheng He's treasure ships?
Over 400 feet long.
What skills are important in I & S learning?
Critical thinking, researching, and connecting historical events.
When did Magellan's expedition start?
1519.
What's a popular art form in the Ming Dynasty?
Blue and white porcelain.
How did the Ming Dynasty's civil service exam work?
Confucian classics
Where did Zheng He's voyages reach?
East Africa.
What's the relationship between individuals and society in I & S?
societies influence individuals' lives and choices.
Who was the first European to reach India by sea?
Vasco da Gama.
What's a famous novel from the Ming Dynasty?
Journey to the West.