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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Destination: Calicut.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Who ruled the Western ports of India when the treasure fleet arrived?
(a) The Tizamo.
(b) The Nerus.
(c) The Zamorin.
(d) The Ishama.

2. What country did the Mongols invade in 1274?
(a) Japan.
(b) China.
(c) Persia.
(d) The Phillipines.

3. What did Confucius' teaching do to those who made their living from the sea?
(a) Made them abandon their craft.
(b) Turned them into second class citizens.
(c) Made them leave China.
(d) Made them enemies of the Empire.

4. How many oceangoing ships did the Emperor order the Fujian province to build?
(a) 137.
(b) 237.
(c) 139.
(d) 197.

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

Short Answer Questions

1. When did the Emperor order the Fujian province to produce oceangoing ships, according to "Chapter 4, The Treasure Fleet"?

2. When did Confucius live, according to "Chapter 2, Confucians and Curiosities"?

3. Where did the warships escorting the treasure fleet first engage pirates?

4. Who does "Chapter 4, The Treasure Fleet" say were used in command position?

5. What did Confucius say about contact with foreigners?

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