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This quiz consists of 5 multiple choice and 5 short answer questions through Chapter 5, Destination: Calicut.

Multiple Choice Questions

1. Where did the fleet first stop on its way to India?
(a) Beijin.
(b) The entrance of the Min river.
(c) Wi-tang.
(d) Macao.

2. What did Zhu Di appoint Zheng He do, according to "Chapter 5, Destination: Calicut"?
(a) Second in command.
(b) Prime political negotiator.
(c) Commander of the treasure fleet.
(d) Doctor of the fleet.

3. Why did the inhabitants of central China decide to leave the area?
(a) The Mongols invaded.
(b) The Yellow River overflowed.
(c) The Yangzi River was iced over.
(d) The cattle died of poisoning.

4. Who described the existence of ships similar to those of the early Chinese seafarer in South America?
(a) Spanish explorers.
(b) Portuguese explorers.
(c) Native Americans.
(d) American missionaries.

5. When did the Yi people start the Chinese seafaring tradition, according to "Chapter 1, The Yi Peoples"?
(a) 4000 B.C.
(b) 2000 B.C.
(c) 1000 B.C.
(d) 3000 B.C.

Short Answer Questions

1. When did the Emperor order the Fujian province to produce oceangoing ships, according to "Chapter 4, The Treasure Fleet"?

2. What happened to Zhu Di's mother?

3. What ship building tool did the Chinese develop in the 10th century?

4. Why was Zheng He's appointment unique?

5. What was the west coast of India known for?

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