Unveiling China's Conquest
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What is the name of the author of the 1585 History of China?

Juan Gonzalez de Mendoza

According to the author, why did the Chinese decide not to leave their kingdom to conquer others?

It resulted in the loss of people, expenses, work, and care, and left them vulnerable to attacks from enemies.

Who were the enemies that troubled and invaded the Chinese while they were occupied in foreign conquests?

The Mongols, Turks, and other bordering kings

Why did the Chinese decide to leave all that they had gained outside their kingdom?

<p>For their quietness and profit, especially in far-off countries.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What were the consequences of leaving their kingdom for the Chinese?

<p>Loss of much people, expenses of great treasures, fear of losing what was gained, and being troubled and invaded by enemies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the passage?

<p>The Way and the Power</p> Signup and view all the answers

Who was the founder of the Ming Dynasty?

<p>the Hongwu Emperor</p> Signup and view all the answers

During which years did the Hongwu Emperor reign?

<p>1368-1398</p> Signup and view all the answers

According to the passage, why should the state be small and the people few?

<p>So that the people will be content with where they live and happy in their customs</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the passage suggest about the interactions between adjoining states?

<p>The people of one state will grow old and die without having had any dealings with those of another</p> Signup and view all the answers

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