Question 1

Once the king of northern Korea overthrew the Chinese ruler in 313,what type of empire developed?

Accepted Answer

After the overthrow of the Chinese ruler in 313, Korea entered the Three Kingdoms period, which lasted from 57 BC to 668 AD. During this time, the kingdoms of Goguryeo, Baekje, and Silla emerged and contested for power and territory. It was a significant period in Korean history, which saw the development of culture, art, and language.

Question 2

In Korea,the social term true-bone referred to

Accepted Answer

In Korea, the social term true-bone referred to the highest born aristocratic families, known as the yangban class, who held significant power and influence in society. Therefore, the best choice is E.

Question 3

Why does Emperor Wu hold a distinctive place in Chinese history?

Accepted Answer

Emperor Wu is known as the only woman emperor in Chinese history. She ruled the empire for more than 15 years, during which she participated in military campaigns, expanded the territory, and promoted education and literature.

Question 4

What were the signsof early Tang decline?

Accepted Answer

The early Tang decline was marked by reports of insufficient revenues, defeat by the Abbasid caliph, conflict between the general and the emperor, and the end of expansion in Central Asia. Therefore, all of these choices are correct.

Question 5

After 763,the Tang increased revenue by taxing

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The Tang dynasty increased revenue by taxing Buddhist monks and nuns, as they were seen as a wealthy group due to the accumulation of land and donations.

Question 6

The Tale of Genji is referred to as the

Accepted Answer

The Tale of Genji is widely considered to be the world's first novel, as it is a lengthy work of fiction with a complex plot, character development, and exploration of social and psychological themes. It was written by Japanese noblewoman Murasaki Shikibu in the early 11th century. While it does contain elements of romance, it is not solely a love story. The main character, Hikaru Genji, is a man. The book is not a historical text, so it cannot be considered an accurate description of early Japanese history. While Buddhism does play a role in the book, it is not exclusively a Buddhist text.

Question 7

Because of the weakness in the Tang Dynasty,Songsten Gampo of Tibet was able to acquire

Accepted Answer

Songtsen Gampo, the 33rd king of Tibet, was able to acquire various cultural and technological advancements from the Tang Dynasty due to its weakness, including the process of making silk, the art of paper making, knowledge on brewing wine, and Chinese scholars, contributing significantly to the development of Tibetan culture and society.

Question 8

What other female in ancient history is comparable to Emperor Wu?

Accepted Answer

Hatshepsut was a powerful female ruler in ancient history, comparable to Emperor Wu, as she was one of the few women to rule as pharaoh in ancient Egypt, similar to how Emperor Wu ruled in China.

Question 9

The Silla kingdom in Korea attempted to ally with which Chinese dynasty in the hope of defeating the other Korean kingdoms,especially the Paekche kingdom which was allied with the Japanese?

Accepted Answer

The Silla kingdom attempted to ally with the Tang dynasty of China in the hope of defeating their neighboring kingdoms, especially the Paekche kingdom which had formed an alliance with the Japanese. This alliance eventually led to the unification of the Korean Peninsula under the Silla kingdom's rule.

Question 10

Songsten Gampo founded the Yarlung dynasty in 617 to unify

Accepted Answer

Songsten Gampo founded the Yarlung dynasty in 617 to unify Tibet.

Question 11

Most of the Koreans who came to Japan in the fifth and sixth centuries came from

Accepted Answer

The majority of Koreans who migrated to Japan during the fifth and sixth centuries came from the kingdom of Paekche, which was located in the southwestern part of the Korean peninsula. This migration played a significant role in the transfer of culture, technology, and religion between Korea and Japan during that time period.

Question 12

Although Buddhism was finally legal in Korea,by the mid-500s,it tended to be limited to

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The answer of Although Buddhism was finally legal in Korea,by...

Question 13

Buddhist monks invented woodblock printing because they believed that copying prayers brought _______ to themselves and their families.

Accepted Answer

According to Buddhist beliefs, making copies of prayers and texts not only spread the teachings but also earned merit or spiritual credit for oneself and one's family. Therefore, the invention of woodblock printing was considered an important act of accumulating merit.

Question 14

After allying with the Tang,to defeat Koguryo and Paekche,Silla adopted many Chinese characteristics including

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The answer of After allying with the Tang,to defeat Koguryo...

Question 15

The Tang Code of Emperor Taizong accomplished which of the following

Accepted Answer

The Tang Code of Emperor Taizong accomplished all of the choices listed, creating a comprehensive law system, emphasizing respect for Confucian ideals, fixing tax obligations of individuals, and creating an equal-field system of land dispersion.

Question 16

Buddhism was not always easy to introduce into some areas of Korea.By what process did the area of Silla adopt Buddhism?

Accepted Answer

The adoption of Buddhism in Silla is traditionally attributed to a miracle involving a Buddhist monk, which convinced the Silla court of the religion's power.

Question 17

How did Emperor Wu claim to be a legitimate emperor?

Accepted Answer

Emperor Wu, also known as Wu Zetian, claimed legitimacy through a prophecy in The Great Cloud Sutra, which was used to support her rule as the only female emperor in Chinese history.

Question 18

Taizong made Confucianism the basis of education and incorporated it into the government through

Accepted Answer

Taizong incorporated Confucianism into the government through the examination system, which was a merit-based system of selecting officials based on their knowledge of Confucian classics and other essential skills. This ensured that the most qualified individuals would be selected for government positions, regardless of their social or economic status.

Question 19

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

All of these statements are true. The Fujiwara rulers did sponsor Buddhist ceremonies, Japanese scholars and ambassadors were sent to China to "learn from China," Chinese-style capitals were built in Japan, and the Japanese did adopt the equal-field system, modifying it to favor powerful families.

Question 20

The Diamond Sutra holds a special place in history because it

Accepted Answer

The Diamond Sutra is the oldest surviving printed book in the world, dating from about 868 C.E. It is a Buddhist religious text containing a dialogue between Buddha and his disciple Subhuti about the nature of reality and the path to enlightenment.

Quiz 8: Hindu and Buddhist States and Societies in Asia, 100 - 1000