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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. When did the fifth treasure fleet return to China?

2. Who succeeded Zhu Di to the Throne?

3. How old was Zhu Di when he died?

4. When was the 7th voyage of the treasure fleet ordered?

5. Who were the Chinese trading with in the 8th century B.C?

Short Essay Questions

1. What did an anthropologist in 1935 note about physical features of the Banjuni?

2. Who was named the new emperor, and how was he viewed, in "Chapter 10, The Last Voyage"?

3. Why was Zhu Di eager to open up trade negotiations with Japanese representatives, in "Chapter 7, Emissaries of the Dragon Throne"?

4. Who did China see as threats, in Chapter 11, The Sultan's Bride?

5. What last attempt was made by Wang Zhi in 1477?

6. What happened to inhabitants of towns in China?

7. What did Zhu Di go to great lengths to stabilize?

8. What was the largest expedition of the fleet ordered in 1412, according to "Chapter 8, The Auspicious Appearance of the Celestial Animals"?

9. Who was Hang Libo, and why was she brought to Malacca, in "Chapter 11, The Sultan's Bride"?

10. Why was Hu, master of the water clock, imprisoned in 1421?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Discuss the role of pirates and the impact of piracy on trade between ancient China and other countries.

Essay Topic 2

Discuss the role of Emperor in ancient China, how an Emperor was chosen, as well as the responsibilities of an Emperor.

Essay Topic 3

Discuss polygamous households and their role in ancient China.

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