Exploration and Trade in Chapter 19

Questions and Answers

What are explorations?

Explorations refer to voyages undertaken to discover new lands or trade routes.

What did Zheng He of China do in 1405?

Zheng He launched voyages of exploration to Southeast Asia, India, Arabia, and eastern Africa.

What did the Portuguese establish in the 1500s?

The Portuguese established trading outposts through Asia and gained control of the spice trade.

What happened in the 1600s regarding European trading empires?

The Dutch drove out the Portuguese and established their own trading empire in the east. Signup and view all the answers

What does isolation refer to in this context?

Isolation refers to a period when a country restricts contact with foreign nations. Signup and view all the answers

What did China do in 1433?

China abandoned its voyages of exploration. Signup and view all the answers

What action did the Chinese take in the 1500s regarding trade?

The Chinese severely restricted trade with foreigners. Signup and view all the answers

What significant action did Japan take in 1612?

Japan outlawed Christianity and drove out Christian missionaries. Signup and view all the answers

What policy did the Japanese institute in the 1630s?

The Japanese instituted a closed country policy and remained isolated from Europe for 200 years. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Early Global Exploration

Zheng He (1405): Chinese admiral leading major voyages to Southeast Asia, India, Arabia, and Eastern Africa, expanding knowledge and trade.
Portuguese Influence (1500s): Established trading outposts across Asia, gaining control over the lucrative spice trade.

European Expansion and Isolation

Dutch Ascendancy (1600s): The Dutch expelled the Portuguese, establishing their own trading empire while seeking further trade opportunities in China and Japan.
China's Maritime Retreat (1433): China's exploration voyages were halted, marking a significant shift in maritime engagement.
Chinese Trade Restrictions (1500s): Limitations imposed on foreign trade, significantly reducing interactions with Western nations.

Japan's Closed-Door Policy

Suppression of Christianity (1612): Japan banned Christianity and expelled missionaries, reflecting a shift towards isolation.
Isolationist Policies (1630s): Implementation of a closed country policy by Japan, isolating the nation from European influence for 200 years.

Description

This quiz covers key terms and events related to exploration and trade as discussed in Chapter 19. Test your knowledge on significant figures like Zheng He and the impact of the Portuguese and Dutch in Asia. Use flashcards to reinforce your understanding of this historical period.