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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 6, The Strange Kingdoms of Malacca and Ceylon.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. What was the mission of the representatives sent to China after the return of the treasure fleet?
(a) To kill the Emperor.
(b) To buy Chinese boats.
(c) To spy on the Chinese.
(d) Honor and pay tribute to Zhu Di.

2. Who was in command of the third voyage of the treasure fleet?
(a) Zheng He.
(b) Wang Tan.
(c) Zhu Zi.
(d) Tang Wi.

3. What was China's main reason for nurturing good relations with Malacca?
(a) Malacca's reserves in gold.
(b) Malacca's repair facilities.
(c) Bring stability to the region.
(d) Malacca's sulfur mines.

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

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

Short Answer Questions

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

2. What dynasty was established in 618 A.D.?

3. What caused the sea to rise quickly?

4. When did Zhu Di claim the throne of China?

5. What instrument was used by the treasure fleet to mark the passage of time?

(see the answer key)

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