Question 1

To consolidate their power,the Qing rulers did which of the following?

Accepted Answer

All of the answers are correct. To consolidate their power, the Qing rulers brought Chinese scholar-officials into the imperial bureaucracy, established Confucianism as the official state ideology, kept the examination system, and governed ministries with Chinese and Manchu officials.

Question 2

At its largest territorial extent,Qing China included which of the following areas?

Accepted Answer

At its largest territorial extent, Qing China included all of the options listed in the answer choices, which are Manchuria, Central Asia, Tibet, and Taiwan. Therefore, the correct answer is E, "All of the answers are correct."

Question 3

Xia Qinggao dictated his life story after he was no longer a sailor;at the time he was living in the Portuguese settlement of

Accepted Answer

The question states that Xia Qinggao was living in a Portuguese settlement when he dictated his life story. Among the options, Macao is the only Portuguese settlement, so B is the correct answer.

Question 4

In describing the pre-Qing Manchu,which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

Manchu power grew when Mongol and Chinese generals allied themselves with the Qing. The Manchu originally came from a predominantly agricultural society and were heavily influenced by Chinese culture. The Chinese did not initially resist relations with the Manchu, but rather welcomed them as allies against the Ming Dynasty. The Manchu did have some relations with Russia, but it did not significantly increase their military power.

Question 5

The Manchu first proclaimed the Qing Dynasty when they were asked by the Ming to

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Question 6

Qianlong abdicated his throne because he

Accepted Answer

Qianlong believed that exceeding the reign years of his grandfather Kangxi, who ruled for 61 years, would be inappropriate and would bring bad luck to his dynasty. Therefore, he abdicated the throne after ruling for 60 years, in order to avoid surpassing Kangxi's reign.

Question 7

How does Xie describe the British presence in Calcutta?

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

Which of the following statements is true?

Accepted Answer

This is the only statement that provides a specific and accurate piece of information about Xie's life. The other statements either provide uncertain or inaccurate information about his birthplace, occupation, or achievements.

Question 9

The British East India Company's presence in India,particularly Bengal,was a tremendous moment in Indian history because it challenged which great land-based empire?

Accepted Answer

The British East India Company's presence in India, particularly Bengal, challenged the reign of the Mughal Empire. The Mughal Empire was a powerful dynasty that ruled India from 1526 to 1857, and during the 18th century, its military power weakened, making it vulnerable to foreign invasions. The British East India Company took advantage of this and gradually gained control over Bengal and other parts of India.

Question 10

During Xie's presence in China,which of the following was part of the old South China Sea network?

Accepted Answer

The old South China Sea network included trade routes that connected China with India, the Persian Gulf, East Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Question 11

China's agriculture boomed in the seventeenth century with the introduction of

Accepted Answer

The introduction of American crops, such as sweet potatoes, contributed significantly to the agricultural boom in seventeenth-century China. These crops provided new sources of nutrition and improved yields, leading to greater food security and economic growth. Iron farming tools and three-field rotation were already in use in China prior to this time, and the introduction of African slaves for fieldwork is not a historically accurate account of Chinese agriculture in the seventeenth century. A new strain of rice may have contributed to agricultural advancements, but it is not specified in the answer choices.

Question 12

The accomplishments of the Qing emperor Kangxi included

Accepted Answer

All of the choices listed are correct accomplishments of the Qing Emperor Kangxi. He did suppress the remaining Ming supporters, which helped to solidify his rule. Population growth and the increase in agricultural production were both important during his reign, as they helped to sustain the growing empire. And the portrayal of the emperor as a sage ruler was a key aspect of imperial ideology, which helped to reinforce social and political order.

Question 13

Referring to the consistent political theme of empire in early-modern South and East Asia,which of the following statements is correct?

Accepted Answer

The statement correctly describes the political theme of empire in early-modern South and East Asia, where multiple empires were expanding into neighboring regions and competing for power and influence. The Qing Empire in China was expanding eastward and coming in contact with the Russian Empire in the north. The Russian Empire, meanwhile, was expanding into Central Asia towards the south. Britain was also expanding its influence in South Asia, seeking to supplant the Mughal Empire as the major power in the region. The Japanese, on the other hand, were not expansionist during this period and largely remained on their islands. Therefore, choice D is the correct answer as it encompasses all the correct statements.

Question 14

What part of the Manchu culture was imposed on the Chinese?

Accepted Answer

The Manchu-imposed queue hairstyle was required for Chinese men to show submission to Manchu rule. This was a significant and visible cultural imposition on the Chinese. While other aspects of Manchu culture, such as their language and Buddhist beliefs, did have an impact on Chinese culture, they were not imposed in the same way as the queue hairstyle. Forced assimilation through marriages did occur, but it was not specifically tied to the imposition of Manchu culture. Hunting, camping, and horsemanship were not specifically imposed on the Chinese, but they were part of Manchu culture and may have been adopted by some Chinese who sought to emulate Manchu ways.

Question 15

Xie's description of the inhabitants of Calcutta includes which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Xie's description of the inhabitants of Calcutta includes all of the listed characteristics, so Option A, "all of the answers are correct," is the best choice.

Question 16

Qianlong ruled Qing China for

Accepted Answer

Qianlong ruled Qing China for 60 years, from 1735 to 1796.

Question 17

Confucians believed that what was the source of wealth?

Accepted Answer

Confucians believed that the source of wealth came from agriculture and the cultivation of land. They believed that by working the land, people could create abundance and prosperity for themselves and their communities. This belief was reflected in their emphasis on the importance of farmers and agriculture in society.

Question 18

The Qing emperors ruled China until

Accepted Answer

The Qing dynasty ruled China from 1644 to 1911, making option C the correct answer.

Question 19

The Manchu's path to Beijing included

Accepted Answer

All of the answers are correct. The Manchu's path to Beijing included defeating the last Ming holdouts in the south, using diplomacy whenever possible, treating Chinese generals who surrendered kindly, and ultimately storming Beijing with the help of rebel armies. All of these factors contributed to the Manchu's successful conquest of China and establishment of the Qing Dynasty.

Question 20

The accomplishments of the Qing Emperor Yongzheng included which of the following?

Accepted Answer

All of the answers are correct. Emperor Yongzheng accomplished all of these things during his reign, including sponsoring an encyclopedia, promoting an empirical form of Confucianism in the government, increasing tax revenues, and spreading taxation more equitably between commoners and the gentry.

Quiz 20: Empires in Early Modern Asia, 1650 - 1818