Korean Civilization from 300 to 935 C.E.
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Korean Civilization from 300 to 935 C.E.

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What was the result of the Silla kingdom's conquest of the other two kingdoms in the 660s C.E.?

  • The Baekje kingdom became the dominant power
  • The Silla kingdom was divided into three smaller kingdoms
  • The Korean Peninsula was united for the first time (correct)
  • The Koryo kingdom was established immediately
  • What was the Koryo kingdom known for during its 400-year rule?

  • Its development of Buddhism as a major religion
  • Its achievements in art, politics, and law (correct)
  • Its military conquests of neighboring lands
  • Its establishment of a new capital city
  • What innovation did Korean artisans develop during the Koryo period?

  • Ceramic pottery
  • Silk production
  • Movable metal type (correct)
  • Woodblock printing
  • What was the result of the Mongol invasion of the Koryo kingdom in the 13th century?

    <p>The Koryo king and royal family were forced to flee</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who overthrew the Koryo dynasty in 1392 C.E.?

    <p>A Korean general named Yi Song-gye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What model of government did the Koryo kingdom follow?

    <p>The Chinese model of government used by the Silla kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which period was Korean celadon pottery perfected?

    <p>Koryo period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which event forced the Korean Yi dynasty to pay tribute to China's Manchu rulers?

    <p>Japan's Invasion of Korea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who founded the Yi dynasty in 1392 CE?

    <p>Yi Song-gye</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one of the key accomplishments of the Koryo rulers apart from pottery?

    <p>Establishing a code of laws</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role did the Mongols play in the Koryo kingdom?

    <p>They invaded and controlled the kingdom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the consequence of Japan's invasion of Korea during the Yi dynasty?

    <p>Long-lasting tension with China</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Building of Korean Civilization

    • From 300 C.E. to 700 C.E., Korea was divided into three kingdoms: Silla, Koguryo, and Baekje.
    • In the 660s C.E., the Silla kingdom conquered the other two, unifying the Korean Peninsula for the first time.

    Koryo Kingdom

    • The Silla kingdom was eventually weakened by internal conflicts and was replaced by the Koryo kingdom in 935 C.E.
    • The Koryo kingdom lasted for 400 years and was known for its achievements in art, politics, and law.
    • Korean artisans developed movable metal type, producing the world's oldest book printed by this method in 1377 C.E.
    • Korean celadon pottery, with its unique designs and colors, was perfected during the Koryo period.
    • Buddhism continued to grow and spread throughout the peninsula under the Koryo rulers' leadership.
    • The Koryo rulers set up a code of laws and established a civil service system based on examinations.

    Mongol Invasion of the Koryo Kingdom

    • The Mongols, who had taken over China, were the main outside danger to the Koryo kingdom.
    • The Mongols forced the Koryo king and royal family to flee and eventually took over the kingdom, bringing much suffering to the Korean people.
    • The Mongols forced thousands of Korean peasants and artisans to build ships for their attempted invasion of Japan.

    Yi Dynasty

    • The Yi dynasty was founded in 1392 C.E. by a Korean general named Yi Song-gye.
    • The Korean people were once again in charge of their country after the decline of Mongol power.

    Japan's Invasion of Korea

    • Koreans were attacked by the Chinese, who were ruled by the Manchu dynasty at that time.
    • The Korean Yi dynasty was forced to surrender and pay tribute to China's Manchu rulers.

    Tension between Korea and China

    • Relations between Korea and China remained tense for many centuries following Japan's invasion.
    • The Manchus were a foreign dynasty that ruled China at the time of Japan's invasion of Korea.
    • The Korean Yi dynasty was forced to surrender and pay tribute to China's Manchu rulers following the invasion.

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    This quiz covers the history of Korea from 300 to 935 C.E., including the three kingdoms, unification, and the rise and fall of the Silla and Koryo kingdoms. Learn about the achievements and developments of Korean civilization during this period.

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