Ming Dynasty

The Forbidden City was given its name because

only native-born people were allowed to live there.

During the period of isolationism, why were the Chinese successful in imposing new rules governing trade with foreigners?

Chinese goods were in high demand.

What finally caused the Ming dynasty to collapse?

Manchu tribesmen and government protesters rebelled against the dynasty.

What happened after the collapse of the Ming dynasty?

The Manchus took over and created a new dynasty called the Qing.

What did it mean when the Dutch "kowtowed" to the Chinese emperor or his representatives?

It meant that the Dutch recognized the superiority of the Chinese emperor.

After granting trading rights to the Dutch, China allowed them to

set up trading posts at ports in China.

Under Hongwu, what system of government was reintroduced?

Confucian

When was the Ming dynasty established?

the 1300s CE

Europeans were motivated to trade with China because

they were interested in the high-quality finished goods China produced.

Whose expeditions contributed to the accomplishments of the Ming dynasty?

Zheng He’s

Hongwu followed the teachings of Confucius by helping the economy grow and

by making sure that everyone could earn a living.

What was Zheng He’s most important accomplishment?

Zheng He spread Chinese ideas and brought wealth to China from his travels.

To keep order among the Chinese people, Hongwu created

a comprehensive code of laws.

Limiting contact with foreigners was the main goal of Chinese

isolationism

In chronological order, which factors led to the Ming dynasty’s decline?

ineffective emperors, famine, declining trade, economic problems