Exam 23: Tradition and Change in East Asia

Read the excerpt from Fabian Fucan's Deus Destroyed..What concerns did the Chinese,and Fabian Fucan in particular,have about European imperial expansion? About Christian doctrine?

During the Ming and Qing dynasties,

The Manchus called their dynasty Qing,which meant

How did the Tokugawa shogunate come to power in the sixteenth century in Japan? What steps did the shoguns take to control the daimyo?

The term "floating worlds" originally related to

"Son of Heaven" refers to the

In 1368 the Ming dynasty replaced the ________ dynasty.

To what extent was the culture of Japan influenced by China?

Compare and contrast the cultural,intellectual,and literary accomplishments of China and Japan during these years.In what ways was Japan influenced by China?

According to Confucian tradition,the most honorable class among the soldiers,peasants,artisans,and merchants was the

In a letter to King George III,the Chinese emperor Qianlong gave specific trade instructions to the English ruler and reminded him to "Tremblingly obey and show no negligence!" What does this exchange tell you about China's position in the world in the late eighteenth century? Why were they so powerful? Could there be a danger in the Chinese attitude?

Which ruler made Vietnam,Burma,and Nepal vassal states of China?

After the arrival of the Europeans,

During the Ming and Qing dynasties the Chinese government encouraged technological innovation as a foundation of economic strength.

Examine the concept of the "Son of Heaven." What were the foundations of this belief? Compare this idea to other political systems seen so far in the class.

Who sought to convert China to Christianity?

Examine the decision to close Japan to foreign trade.What events inspired this decision? How successful was this attempt? What were its results?

What are some of the principles of Confucianism that influenced Chinese notions of government and society at this time?

With the exception of the emperor and his family,the most exalted members of Chinese society were the gentry and the

Think about the picture of Kangxi on page 435.What did Kangxi and Qianlong contribute to Chinese history? How influential was the Qing dynasty?