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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapters 3-5.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. When was the Han Dynasty?
(a) A.D. 12-419.
(b) A.D. 25-220.
(c) A.D. 33-301.
(d) A.D. 45-260.

2. What was the time period of the Song Dynasty?
(a) 960-1279.
(b) 780-1022.
(c) 910-1341.
(d) 840-1162.

3. What does "tian xia" mean?
(a) All under Heaven.
(b) United we stand.
(c) Together in faith.
(d) Only one Emperor.

4. What word is best used to describe Li Hongzhang?
(a) Cautious.
(b) Worldly.
(c) Ambitious.
(d) Timid.

5. Traditionally, China did not on technology or military power but relied upon two of its most deeply traditional resources: the analytical abilities of its diplomats, and the endurance and ____________ of its people.
(a) Gentleness.
(b) Inner warriors.
(c) Cultural confidence.
(d) Strength.

Short Answer Questions

1. Which American political scientist is mentioned?

2. A new gap in authority began to appear after the occurrence of the Qiying-_______ negotiations.

3. The ministry's new name translated into:

4. In what year did the "Plans for a Maritime Defense" go into effect?

5. Which country attempted to invade China from the north and west to claim dominance over the country's high lands?

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