Practice Zheng He (early 15th Century): The Chinese Treasure Voyages (2.3) - Chapter 4: Age of Exploration and Its Impacts

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Question 1.
What was the primary focus of Zheng He's voyages?
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Think about what countries do to improve relationships with each other.
Question 2.
How many ships did Zheng He command approximately?
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Consider how this number compares to typical European fleets at the time.
3Question 3.
What was one of the main objectives of Zheng He's voyages?
- To conquer new territories
- To showcase Chinese power
- To spread Christianity
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Think about what 'showcase' means in this context.
4Question 4.
True or False: Zheng He primarily sought to colonize new lands.
- True
- False
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Recall the goals of his missions related to tribute.
Question 5.
Evaluate how Zheng He's voyages differ in purpose and scale from European voyages during the same period.
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Consider the motivations behind each type of exploration.
Question 6.
Create a timeline of Zheng He’s expeditions, detailing the key areas visited and their significance in trade.
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Identify dates and major events for each expedition.

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