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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 4, The Treasure Fleet.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Why did Zhu Yuanzhang forbid his sons from attending his funeral?
(a) He wanted them to pray for him at the temple.
(b) He feared they would fight to gain power.
(c) He didn't want his tomb looted.
(d) He didn't want his concubines to be stolen.

2. How many oceangoing ships did the Emperor order other provinces to build?
(a) 200.
(b) 137.
(c) 250.
(d) 300.

3. When did the Emperor order the Fujian province to produce oceangoing ships, according to "Chapter 4, The Treasure Fleet"?
(a) 1405.
(b) 1407.
(c) 1403.
(d) 1402.

4. What did Confucius say about contact with foreigners?
(a) They were necessary.
(b) They were profitable.
(c) Nothing could be gained from them.
(d) They were evil.

5. Why was the entire Empire forced to take part in the building of the Emperor's fleet?
(a) A large amount of coal was needed.
(b) A large number of sailors was needed.
(c) A large amount of wood was needed.
(d) A large amount of builders were needed.

Short Answer Questions

1. How much of his army did Khubilai Khan lose during the invasion of Burma, according to "Chapter 3, The Prisoner and the Prince"?

2. What color were the sails of the treasure ship?

3. How many sons did Zhu Yuanzhang father?

4. What special feature did the Emperor's fleet include, according to "Chapter 4, The Treasure Fleet"?

5. What compromised Chinese trade interests in the 3rd century A.D?

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