Flashcards on Ming Dynasty in China

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When did the Ming Dynasty rule China?

1368-1644

Who was the first emperor of the Ming Dynasty?

Zhu Yuanzhang

What is the literal meaning of 'Ming' in Chinese?

bright

Which city was the capital of the Ming Dynasty?

Beijing

Who ruled China during the Ming Dynasty's decline?

Emperor Wanli

What major expeditions were conducted during the Ming Dynasty?

The voyages of Zheng He

Which foreign power invaded China at the end of the Ming Dynasty?

Manchu (Qing) Dynasty

What architectural landmark was constructed during the Ming Dynasty?

The Forbidden City

Which famous novel was written during the Ming Dynasty?

Journey to the West

What dynasty preceded the Ming Dynasty in China?

Yuan Dynasty

Who was the last emperor of the Ming Dynasty?

Chongzhen Emperor

What caused the fall of the Ming Dynasty?

Rebellions, political corruption, and peasant uprisings

Which Ming Dynasty ruler built the Great Wall of China?

Emperor Qin Shi Huang

What was the social structure like during the Ming Dynasty?

The social structure was highly hierarchical, with the emperor at the top followed by scholars, farmers, artisans, and merchants.

What was the capital of the Ming Dynasty?

Nanjing

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Who was the first emperor of the Ming Dynasty?



When did the Ming Dynasty rule China?



What is the literal meaning of 'Ming' in Chinese?



Which city was the capital of the Ming Dynasty?



What major expeditions were conducted during the Ming Dynasty?



Who ruled China during the Ming Dynasty's decline?



Which foreign power invaded China at the end of the Ming Dynasty?



What architectural landmark was constructed during the Ming Dynasty?



What was the social structure like during the Ming Dynasty?



Who was the last emperor of the Ming Dynasty?




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