Look at the map of Asia and the barriers the Chinese people had to overcome. What creates the northern barrier of China's geographical isolation?
(1 point)
Responses
Himalaya Mountains
Himalaya Mountains
Taklamakan Desert
Taklamakan Desert
Gobi Desert
Gobi Desert
Pacific Ocean
Gobi Desert
Match the achievement with the dynasty that accomplished it.
(2 points)
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Qin dynasty
Han dynasty
Zhou dynasty
Shang dynasty
Here are some achievements matched with the corresponding dynasty:
Qin dynasty:
- Construction of the Great Wall of China
Han dynasty:
- Invention of paper
- Introduction of civil service examinations
Zhou dynasty:
- Development of the Chinese writing system
- Establishment of the Mandate of Heaven
Shang dynasty:
- Use of oracle bones for divination purposes
Please note that these are just a few examples and there were many more achievements accomplished by each dynasty.
Why was it important that civil service positions were not hereditary?
(1 point)
Responses
so officials would be well-qualified
so officials would be well-qualified
so officials would be diverse
so officials would be diverse
so officials would not all know each other
so officials would not all know each other
so officials would be well-traveled
so officials would be well-qualified
Use the drop-down menu to complete the sentence.(1 point)
Under the Han, iron and salt were so important that
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they were considered state monopolies
What benefit did a standardized currency bring to China?
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Responses
It made it easier to trade anywhere in the empire.
It made it easier to trade anywhere in the empire.
It reduced the economic power of warlords.
It reduced the economic power of warlords.
It increased wealth for all citizens.
It increased wealth for all citizens.
It allowed the government to collect taxes.
It made it easier to trade anywhere in the empire.
Why did the ancient Chinese make loud noises at festivals and during holiday celebrations?
(1 point)
Responses
to show loyalty to the emperor
to show loyalty to the emperor
to celebrate their blessings
to celebrate their blessings
to awaken the spirits of their ancestors
to awaken the spirits of their ancestors
to chase away evil spirits