tang
when did the tang dynasty rule china
from 618 to 907
When did the Song dynasty rule Ancient China
960 to 127
What is the Ming Dynasty often called
last of the great Chinese dynasties
what was one of the most important inventions during the tang dynasty
gun powder
What are three of the most important inventions in the history of Ancient China during the Song Dynasty
gunpowder, woodblock printing and magnetic compass
What are two civil engineering projects that were rebuilt during the Ming Dynasty
The Great Wall of China and Grand Canal
why was this invention important
the people believed that fireworks could help scare off evil spirits
What are two things that became popular with the invention of moveable type and the availability of books
paper money, playing cards, and calendars.
Who was the great Chinese explorer
Zheng He
what happened to all other religions
they banned all them
What became the most important crop in China during the Song Dynasty
rice and tea
What did he bring back to the emperor after visiting Africa?
giraffe
what was a required study for those who wished to past the civil service exam during the tang dynasty
Poetry was a required study for those who wished to pass the civil service exams
How was this crop different from previous crops?
This new rice allowed farmers to have two harvests in a single year, doubling the amount of rice they could grow.