The Ming Dynasty
What effect did Zheng He's voyages have on foreign influence in China?
More people immigrated to China.
Why did China discontinue Zheng He's voyages after Emperor Yongle died?
They were believed to be too costly and distracting.
How did the Ming dynasty remove Mongol influence China?
They revived Chinese culture, literature, and art.
How did the Manchu come to start the Qing dynasty?
They took control from the rebel forces.
Why did the Manchu become involved in China's peasant uprising?
They were asked to help the Ming defend against the rebels.
Which Ming building project helped develop agriculture?
Canals
How did isolation after Emperor Yongle affect the development of Chinese technology?
China lost access to trade and technology from other parts of the world.
What caused the famine in the 1600s?
Climate change led to cold and dry weather that hurt crops.
How did the Ming dynasty emphasize learning?
It required that public servants pass civil service exams.
How did the Ming dynasty ensure that its military leaders were qualified?
It selected leaders through exams.
What step did China take during the Ming dynasty to isolate itself from the rest of the world?
It tried to control trade by using permits and limits.
What was one societal reform under the Ming dynasty?
The Ming created state schools and universities.
What caused the peasant uprisings during the Ming dynasty?
The peasants thought the government was not helping during a crisis.
How did other nations react to China as a result of Zheng He's voyages?
The voyages demonstrated Chinese wealth and power to other countries.
Why did the Ming dynasty lose political power?
There were too many weak or corrupt leaders.
Why did Zheng He make his voyages?
To collect tributes and learn about new places.