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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. What resources came to China from Persia in the 7th Century?
(a) Pistachios.
(b) Coal.
(c) Caviar.
(d) Gold.

2. Why did the Emperor order the construction of the treasure ship?
(a) To show the world the strength of the Empire.
(b) To show the Empire's craftsmanship.
(c) To bring orders for large ships to Chineses shipyards.
(d) To bring riches to the Empire.

3. What color were the sails of the treasure ship?
(a) Red.
(b) White.
(c) Green.
(d) Blue.

4. What kingdom was established around 1500 B.C.?
(a) The Swang Kingdom.
(b) The Shang.
(c) The Ming Dynasty.
(d) The Tang Empire.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. What were the eunuchs castrated before puberty called?

2. What emperor understood the profitable results of trade and commerce?

3. Where did the Yi forefathers migrate from?

4. What did Zhu Yuanzhang become after the victory over the Mongols?

5. What country did the Mongols invade in 1274?

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