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Which of the following activities were NOT associated with the Hakka community?
Which of the following activities were NOT associated with the Hakka community?
Ancestral worship includes praying for the blessings of ancestors.
Ancestral worship includes praying for the blessings of ancestors.
True
Name one traditional festival celebrated by the community.
Name one traditional festival celebrated by the community.
Tin Hau Festival
The largest landowners in the New Territories are the __________.
The largest landowners in the New Territories are the __________.
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Match the following clans with their notable ancestor:
Match the following clans with their notable ancestor:
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What was a significant honor for clansmen in the community?
What was a significant honor for clansmen in the community?
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Only girls were allowed to receive education in the community.
Only girls were allowed to receive education in the community.
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What were constructed to honor ancestors in the community?
What were constructed to honor ancestors in the community?
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Which group moved to Hong Kong in the 10th century and is known as the earliest settlers?
Which group moved to Hong Kong in the 10th century and is known as the earliest settlers?
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The Boat People primarily settled in walled villages to protect themselves from pirates.
The Boat People primarily settled in walled villages to protect themselves from pirates.
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In which century did the Hakka people migrate to Hong Kong?
In which century did the Hakka people migrate to Hong Kong?
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The boat people are also known as the _____ people.
The boat people are also known as the _____ people.
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Match the dialect groups with their respective regions of settlement:
Match the dialect groups with their respective regions of settlement:
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What was the purpose of building walled villages by the Cantonese and Hakka?
What was the purpose of building walled villages by the Cantonese and Hakka?
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The Fuklo people originally came from the Guangdong region.
The Fuklo people originally came from the Guangdong region.
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Identify one known walled village in Hong Kong associated with the Cantonese and Hakka.
Identify one known walled village in Hong Kong associated with the Cantonese and Hakka.
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Which of the following activities was primarily practiced by the Boat People?
Which of the following activities was primarily practiced by the Boat People?
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The family groups in the Five Great Clans have no common ancestry.
The family groups in the Five Great Clans have no common ancestry.
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Identify one major traditional festival celebrated by the community.
Identify one major traditional festival celebrated by the community.
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The ______ is the largest landowner group in the New Territories.
The ______ is the largest landowner group in the New Territories.
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Match the clan with its notable ancestor:
Match the clan with its notable ancestor:
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What did the ancestral halls serve as in the community?
What did the ancestral halls serve as in the community?
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Which group is referred to as the 'Wai Tau People'?
Which group is referred to as the 'Wai Tau People'?
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The Fuklo people settled in Hong Kong largely during the 17th century.
The Fuklo people settled in Hong Kong largely during the 17th century.
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Ancestral worship in the community is not an essential cultural practice.
Ancestral worship in the community is not an essential cultural practice.
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What industry was significant for the Hakka community besides agriculture?
What industry was significant for the Hakka community besides agriculture?
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What dialect did the Hakka people primarily speak?
What dialect did the Hakka people primarily speak?
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The _______ people largely lived on boats and were often discriminated against in society.
The _______ people largely lived on boats and were often discriminated against in society.
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Where did the Puntis originally migrate from?
Where did the Puntis originally migrate from?
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Match the dialect groups with their periods of settlement:
Match the dialect groups with their periods of settlement:
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The Hakka group mostly inhabited coastal areas in Hong Kong.
The Hakka group mostly inhabited coastal areas in Hong Kong.
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Name one reason why the Cantonese and Hakka communities built walled villages.
Name one reason why the Cantonese and Hakka communities built walled villages.
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Which river is associated with the Indus Valley civilization?
Which river is associated with the Indus Valley civilization?
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The Fertile Crescent is also known for its oracle inscriptions.
The Fertile Crescent is also known for its oracle inscriptions.
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What was the writing system used by ancient Egyptians called?
What was the writing system used by ancient Egyptians called?
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The __________ Valley civilization is located in modern-day India and Pakistan.
The __________ Valley civilization is located in modern-day India and Pakistan.
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Which civilization is noted for the development of ziggurats?
Which civilization is noted for the development of ziggurats?
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Match each civilization with its corresponding river:
Match each civilization with its corresponding river:
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Which of the following reasons is NOT associated with the geographical locations of early civilizations?
Which of the following reasons is NOT associated with the geographical locations of early civilizations?
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The Yellow River civilization is the earliest known civilization that still exists today.
The Yellow River civilization is the earliest known civilization that still exists today.
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Which of the following is a recognizable feature of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon?
Which of the following is a recognizable feature of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon?
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The lamassu is a figure characterized as a winged bull with a human head.
The lamassu is a figure characterized as a winged bull with a human head.
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What significant historical role did Sargon of Akkad play in Mesopotamian history?
What significant historical role did Sargon of Akkad play in Mesopotamian history?
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The Great Pyramid of Giza is a symbol of __________ society.
The Great Pyramid of Giza is a symbol of __________ society.
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Match the following ancient civilizations with their notable artifacts:
Match the following ancient civilizations with their notable artifacts:
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Which of the following describes the architectural style of ancient Mohenjo-Daro?
Which of the following describes the architectural style of ancient Mohenjo-Daro?
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The hanging gardens of Babylon are widely believed to have existed in Mesopotamia.
The hanging gardens of Babylon are widely believed to have existed in Mesopotamia.
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What is depicted on the golden mask of Tutankhamun?
What is depicted on the golden mask of Tutankhamun?
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Study Notes
Hong Kong History Before the 10th Century
- Hong Kong became part of the Qin Dynasty in 214 BC
- The Yue and Yao people were the main population until the 10th century
- Han people migrated to Hong Kong from the mainland in the 10th century
Four Major Dialect Groups
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Puntis (本地):
- Earliest group to settle in Hong Kong
- Moved from Canton (Guangdong) to Hong Kong around the 10th century
- Lived in walled villages (colloquially known as "Wai Tau People")
- Spoke a dialect of Cantonese known as Wai Tau
- Settled in the fertile plains of northern New Territories (e.g., Fanling, Yuen Long, Tai Po, Kam Tin)
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Hakka (客家人):
- Meaning "guest"
- Moved from Guangdong and Fujian (Hokkien) to Hong Kong during the 17th century
- Spoke Hakka
- Settled in remote, mountainous areas (e.g., Sai Kung, Sha Tau Kok, Tai Po, Tsuen Wan)
- Built walled villages for defense from bandits and pirates
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Boat People (Tanka/水上人/蜑家人):
- Also known as Tanka (can have negative connotations)
- Spoke Cantonese and Hokkien (Minnan dialect)
- Often discriminated against, largely lived on boats
- Settled along the coastal areas of New Territories and Hong Kong Island
Lives of the Four Major Groups
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Housing:
- Cantonese/Hakka: Built walled villages, moats for protection
- Boat People/Fuklo: Mostly lived on boats, some stilt houses made of wood, grass, and iron (e.g., Tai O)
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Lifestyle:
- Cantonese: Set up markets, farmed, largely self-sufficient
- Hakka: Focused on agriculture, salt making, brick making, quarrying, trading with Cantonese
- Boat People/Fuklo: Involved in oyster farming, pearl diving, and salt industry (e.g., Kowloon Bay, Kowloon City, Tai Po, Sai Kung, Tai O)
Beliefs and Customs
- Ancestral worship and respect for ancestors
- Ancestral halls built in honor of ancestors
- Popular religions (e.g., Chou Wong Yi Kung, Kwan Tai, Pao Kung)
- Sea deities (e.g., Tin Hau, Hung Shing)
- Traditional festivals (e.g., Tin Hau and Hung Shing Festivals)
Education
- Ancestral halls and study halls served as schools
- Passing the civil service exam was a great honor and opportunity
- Confucianism and calligraphy were studied
- Primarily boys received education
Five Great Clans of the New Territories
- Various clans settled during the Sung and Ming dynasties
- Significant economic and political influence (e.g., large landowners, market towns)
- Some clans played a part in the Imperial Examinations
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Explore the rich history of Hong Kong prior to the 10th century, including its incorporation into the Qin Dynasty and the significant migrations of various populations. The quiz also delves into the four major dialect groups that emerged in the region, highlighting their distinctive characteristics and settlements.
