12 Questions
What does the word 'assimilated' mean in the context of the Nomad invaders?
Became part of the dominant culture
What percentage of the world's population are the Han Chinese?
10%
What was the primary economy of China for half of its history?
Agriculture-based
Approximately how many major dynasties existed in China's history?
10
Who created farming according to Chinese creation myths?
Fuxi
What was the name of the first ancient Chinese written characters?
Oracle bone script
What is the size of the Loess Plateau?
Approximately the size of France
What is the primary component of loess soil?
Silt
What were the names of the people used by the Shang dynasty kings to gain insight into future events?
Shamans
Why is the Loess Plateau more prone to erosion than other regions?
Because of its loose soil and lack of vegetation
What is the approximate length of the Yellow River?
3,385 miles
What is the name of the plain that is formed by deposits of earth from the Yellow River?
North China Plain
Test your knowledge of Chinese history and geography with this quiz. From dynasties to the Loess Plateau, get ready to explore the country's rich past and natural wonders. Discover the longest Chinese dynasties, the dynastic cycle, and the fascinating features of the Loess Plateau.
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