Song China: Trade and Politics
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What distinguished the scholar-officials from the hereditary aristocracy in Song China?

  • The scholar-officials had closer ties to the imperial family.
  • The scholar-officials were selected based on competitive civil service exams. (correct)
  • The scholar-officials possessed greater military prowess.
  • The scholar-officials were primarily from wealthy merchant families.

    • What role did SE Asian kingdoms, such as the Khmer Empire, play in the relationship between China and India?

  • They served as a commercial route for traders bringing goods from Europe to China.
  • They facilitated the spread of Buddhism from China to India.
  • They instigated frequent conflicts between China and India.
  • They acted as a buffer, promoting stability and trade between China and India. (correct)

    • How did nomadic societies to the north of China interact with Song China?

  • They isolated themselves and had no economic or political interaction with China.
  • They adopted Chinese technologies and sometimes sought to conquer and emulate China. (correct)
  • They primarily adopted European technologies and cultures through a middle eastern trade route.
  • They formed trade alliances that led to economic prosperity for all.

    • What cultural influence had permeated Japanese society and its political structure, during the Song Dynasty?

    <p>A strong influence from China, including its architecture. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant marker of Chinese identity?

    <p>The widespread use of advanced printing techniques. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the development of the parish church in Christian Europe influence the population?

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    What was the primary function of manors in Western Europe?

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    What was the significance of Charlemagne's coronation as Holy Roman Emperor?

    <p>It established a degree of political control, though feudalism persisted. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What contributed to China becoming the wealthiest of the major cultural spheres (Europe, Middle East, India, China)?

    <p>Its large population, robust agricultural sector, and manufacturing abilities. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the localization of power in Western Europe?

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    Study Notes

    Song China: Insiders vs Outsiders

    • SE Asia became a crossroads of Afro-Eurasian trade during the Song period
    • Trading hubs developed along the Bay of Bengal and Indian Ocean, connecting SE Asia with China and India
    • The Khmer Empire (889-1431) emerged as a powerful kingdom in the region
    • The Khmer Empire acted as a buffer between China and India, contributing to political stability and economic prosperity in SE Asia

    Economic and Political Developments

    • Song emperors expanded the bureaucracy, employing scholar-officials selected through civil service exams
    • This created a new ruling elite composed of highly educated scholars
    • The scholar-official system was symbolic of high achievement and oaths of allegiance to the emperor

    China's Neighbors: Nomads, Japan, SE Asia

    • Nomadic societies in northern China adopted Chinese institutions while seeking to conquer
    • They used advanced technology (e.g., steel-tipped arrows, catapults, incendiary bombs) against the Chinese
    • This led to economic instability and military weakness for the Song Dynasty
    • Japan's culture was influenced by China, particularly in Kyoto
    • Samurai and wealthy landowners challenged the Japanese imperial court in areas outside of Kyoto

    What was China?

    • Chinese considered themselves superior to other cultures
    • Chinese developed advanced printing and book publishing techniques
    • Classical Chinese became a common language for educated people in East Asia
    • The Song Dynasty was the wealthiest of the four major cultural spheres (Europe, Middle East, India, China)
    • A strong agricultural base, manufacturing, and huge population fueled the prosperity of Song China

    What was Christian Europe?

    • Christianity became a significant faith in Europe, particularly in monasteries
    • Parish churches became widespread across Europe during the 1200s
    • Universities emerged as centers of learning
    • Theologians like St. Thomas Aquinas argued that Christianity addressed all rational human concerns

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    Explore the dynamic interactions between Song China and its neighboring regions during a period of significant economic and political developments. This quiz will cover the role of the Khmer Empire, trade routes, and the impact of nomadic societies on Chinese institutions. Test your knowledge on how these factors influenced SE Asia's stability and prosperity.

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