Asian History Quiz: Qing and Tokugawa Periods

<p>Implementing the <em>Sakoku</em> policy, restricting foreign trade and travel, and persecuting Christians. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Japan selectively adopted Western knowledge, particularly in fields like medicine and military science, while maintaining strict control over foreign interactions. China embraced Western learning to a greater degree than Japan. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It caused a loss of Southern Asia’s economic power and increased both external threats and internal decline. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Silver (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The greatest commercial center connecting the Indian Ocean with the South China Sea. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By establishing a connection to the Amsterdam Stock Exchange, allowing commoners to invest in the company. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It minimized risk for individual investors by spreading it across many, increasing gain for the community. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A market where a colonizing country forces its colony to purchase its manufactured goods. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They are private ventures protected from direct competition and supported by a government. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Capitalism (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>He was the first European to circumnavigate the African continent and reach the Indian Ocean. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His attack on Calicut after the murder of Portuguese merchants, leading to the appointment of a viceroy to protect Portuguese merchants. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To force England to return to Catholicism. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The persecution of Hindus, Muslims, and non-Christians by the Catholic Portuguese. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It demonstrated English naval superiority and impressed the Mughal emperor, leading to an alliance with the English. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By paying with British money, forcing India to become a 'captive market'. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>India’s economy became more controlled by the British who profited from their trade and the balance of their gold supply. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Restoring and emphasizing the Confucian scholar-bureaucrat system. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To prioritize internal stability and reduce foreign influence within China. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It fueled economic growth by facilitating trade with Spanish markets, but also created vulnerability to silver shortages. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Environmental challenges, economic strain, and internal rebellion. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By adopting inclusive policies that encouraged cultural exchange and cooperation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was a massive compilation of China's literary and historical works aimed at preserving and promoting Chinese culture. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It gave Oda Nobunaga a significant military advantage, facilitating his early success in unifying Japan. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Implementing the Alternate Attendance system to control the daimyo and centralize authority. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By persecuting Christians, restricting foreign trade, and implementing a policy of isolation. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Emperor, Shogun, Samurai, Daimyo, Peasants, Artisans, Merchants (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was the study of Western science, medicine, and technology through contact with Dutch traders. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>An area for urban amusement with theaters that provided entertainment. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Women in both societies were primarily confined to domestic roles and lacked legal rights. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It reinforced the Shogunate's determination to suppress Christianity and isolate Japan from external influences. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>New irrigation techniques and fertilizers resulted in population growth, urbanization, and environmental problems. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Removing Hindus and Sikhs from positions of power and aiming to establish a purely Muslim government. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It created a religious crisis among Indian Muslims and marked the end of Mughal centralized authority. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fighting on familiar territory and having capable leadership. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The lack of representation in the British Parliament combined with oppressive acts. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They resulted in military conflicts, shifting the focus from economic competition to territorial control. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was influenced by Enlightenment ideals and included a Bill of Rights. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Robert Clive's leadership and Hindu support. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It offered a form of Islam compatible with Hindu beliefs, easing the conversion process. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was a pledge by the Third Estate to not disband until a constitution was written. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To create commercial partnerships with Muslim trading networks in the Indian Ocean. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was a symbolic act of defiance against the monarchy and sparked the French Revolution. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It led to widespread executions and instability, furthering the revolution's radical phase. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To take the port city of Hormuz from the Portuguese and promote indigenous manufacturing. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Centralizing government, indulging in luxurious lifestyles, and neglecting the training of future rulers. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>His military successes and ability to restore order after the revolution. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Modernizing the Ottoman military and allowing decentralization to enhance the empire's flexibility. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By instituting a trade embargo that prevented European countries from trading with Britain. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To redraw the map of Europe and restore a balance of power after Napoleon's defeat. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>African slavery offered opportunities for assimilation and freedom, whereas European slavery was more rigid and racially based. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They inadvertently opened up the Kingdoms of Kongo and Ndongo to the slave trade. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It was a slave rebellion against French colonial rule, leading to the establishment of an independent nation. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Producing raw sugar through slave labor for export to Europe. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It demonstrated the practical possibility of overthrowing a monarchy and establishing a republic. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It inspired the slaves and people of color to fight for their freedom and equality. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By diminishing the power of the nobles and establishing direct contact between the king and the common people. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It inspired fear among slaveholders and contributed to the antislavery movement. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It became a tool to secure royal absolutism by allowing Louis XIV to control and spy on the aristocracy. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Inequality in the Estate system and famine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By controlling the army through officer corps and exercising strong control over their peasant population. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Toussaint Louverture (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

China sought stability through strict social hierarchy, Confucianism, and centralized rule.

Before the 1800s, China experienced population growth, economic prosperity, and cultural advancements.

Westerners introduced new technologies and ideologies, challenging traditional Chinese practices and trade.

Japan initially allowed Christianity but later restricted it to maintain cultural integrity and social order.

Tokugawa Japan established a stable, isolated society focused on internal development and control over foreign influences.

The divine right to rule according to Chinese belief.

Founder of the Ming Dynasty; formerly a peasant.

Hongwu's son; expanded empire and sponsored expeditions.

Famous Ming navigator known for his seven voyages.

A test to qualify for government positions in China.

A fast-maturing rice that increased agricultural output.

The final imperial dynasty of China, established by the Manchus.

A notable Qing ruler who expanded and modernized China.

Period of Japanese history under Tokugawa shogunate 1603-1868.

Shogun who established the Tokugawa shogunate.

A peasant revolt in Japan linked to famine and high taxes.

Urban areas in Japan for entertainment and leisure.

A form of traditional Japanese drama with music and dance.

A missionary who introduced Christianity to Japan.

Foreign traders seen as 'foreign devils' during the Ming.

The Protestant Reformation affected European trade connections in the Indian Ocean by altering relationships and trade priorities.

The migration of European trading companies to the Indian Ocean connected global trade networks, diminishing Southern Asia's economic power.

The fall disrupted the Silk Road trade, influencing European access to Asian goods.

Key goods from Asia included spices, silk, cotton, and ceramics, which were highly sought by Europeans.

A trading company that facilitated Dutch trade in the East Indies, encouraging investment through joint-stock ventures.

A financial strategy where multiple investors could fund a voyage, sharing risks and rewards through stock ownership.

An economic policy emphasizing trade's benefits to the mother country, promoting colonialism for raw materials.

Private trading companies supported by government protection that have commercial privileges.

An economic system encouraging competition among companies, enhancing productivity through supply and demand.

The first European to sail around Africa to reach India, opening up new trade routes.

A significant English naval victory over the Portuguese marked by Protestant English defeating Catholic ships.

A trade company that established a mercantile relationship with India, forcing it into a captive market.

The persecution by Portuguese authorities of non-Christians in India, aiming to enforce Catholic doctrine.

The growing European presence led to a decline in control over the Mughal economic market.

The Maluku islands known for their valuable spices like nutmeg and cloves, sought after by European traders.

A Muslim government in India with a Hindu majority, notable for its religious tolerance under Akbar.

Mughal ruler known for his tolerant policies towards Hindus, included them in governance.

Mughal ruler who reversed Akbar's policies, removed Hindus and Sikhs from power, leading to unrest.

The transatlantic voyage bringing enslaved Africans to the Americas, notorious for its brutality.

Slave trade from West Africa to the Mediterranean and beyond, spurred by Islamic conquests and demand for labor.

Puritanical form of Islam advocating a return to strict traditional practices.

A political doctrine where one ruler holds absolute power without checks.

French king known as the 'Sun King,' epitome of absolute monarchy, built the Palace of Versailles.

Conflict (1642-1651) between Charles I and Parliament, leading to the trial and execution of Charles I.

An era of scientific advancements challenging traditional views, marked by observation and experimentation.

Philosopher advocating natural rights, social contract, and the idea of 'Tabula Rasa' (blank slate).

Intellectual movement emphasizing reason, individualism, and questioning traditional authority.

Russian tsarina known for modernizing Russia and promoting the arts and education during the Enlightenment.

Conflict (1700-1721) where Russia emerged as a major power, leading to the establishment of the Russian Empire.

Global conflict that involved the American colonies bearing part of its costs through taxes.

Incident in 1770 where 5 colonists were killed by British soldiers, escalating tensions.

Five British acts in response to the Boston Tea Party aimed at punishing the colonies.

Conflict in which American colonies fought for independence from Britain, winning due to various advantages.

Document establishing the U.S. government, notable for its Enlightenment influence and separation of powers.

Colonists who remained loyal to Britain during the American Revolution.

Revolution from 1789-1799 ending absolutism, leading to a government with shared power.

Promise by representatives of the Third Estate to create a constitution in France.

Prison stormed in 1789, symbolizing the start of the French Revolution.

Period during the French Revolution marked by mass executions of perceived enemies.

Legislation that codified French laws under Napoleon, ensuring equality for all male citizens.

Slave rebellion leading to Haiti's independence, inspired by the American and French Revolutions.

Former slave who became a leader of the Haitian Revolution and abolished slavery.

Meeting to restore order in Europe after Napoleon's downfall, focusing on legitimacy and balance of power.

Government committee during the French Revolution given broad powers to protect against threats.