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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.
Short Answer Questions
1. The ministry's new name translated into:
2. The Prince quote an ancient Chinese saying: "Resort to peace and _____ when temporarily obliged to do so; use war and defense as your actual policy."
3. Which major Chinese city was first visited by Kissinger?
4. In what year did Zheng He's expeditions stop abruptly?
5. China is referred to as being a ____ society.
Short Essay Questions
1. What did China do to compete with Japan and Russia? When did the Chinese realize that they were not all powerful?
2. How does the existence and myth of the Yellow Emperor relate to the history of Confucius?
3. Why were the Chinese approached by the "red-haired barbarians" of Britain in regards to free trade?
4. What was Prince Gong's plan? Who emulated Prince Gong's work?
5. How did China perceive Europe? What was Britain's goal?
6. According to Kissinger, the tale of the Yellow Emperor is the beginning of China as an entity. However, in Chinese legend, although no other history exists, the Yellow Emperor appears to have arrived to save China. What is the legend?
7. How did the Japanese culture compare and contrast to the Chinese culture?
8. How does Kissinger address the history of the Chinese-Indian borders?
9. What was the Taiping Rebellion? When did it take place?
10. Discuss China's long experience with naval expeditions and exploits.
Essay Topics
Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:
Essay Topic 1
Write an opinion on the future of the United States economy and how it is/will be affected by China. How has the United States relied on China in recent years during times of economic downturn? How might China help the United States during periods of economic recovery? What might China want in return? Explain.
Essay Topic 2
Compare and contrast China and Thailand regarding the Mandate of Heaven and autonomy. Where does Thailand currently stand on Communism?
Essay Topic 3
Sun Tzu is one of the most legendary Chinese figures, particularly when it comes to the Art of War. Write an essay on Sun Tzu, his teachings and beliefs, and his impact on war in China.
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