Question

What factors made the Tang capital of Chang'an a center of culture and trade? Select the two correct answers.
It welcomed foreigners and their beliefs.
It based its trade on the merit system.
It was the center of silk production.
It was located at one end of the Silk Road.
It was located on the South China Sea.

Answer 1

In what way was the government of the Tang and Song dynasties the same?
Both used a civil service exam to select officials.
Both closed Chinese ports to limit foreign trade.
Both gave control to powerful military leaders.
Both made officials change positions every three years.

Answer 2

What happened as a result of increased trade during the Tang and Song dynasties?
Interaction with other empires resulted in military conflicts.
The demand for more goods was too great and farmers couldn’t keep up with production.
The economy prospered and experienced growth in many different industries.
The production of copper coins increased to keep up with the demands of trade.

Answer 3

The two correct answers are:

1. **It welcomed foreigners and their beliefs.**
2. **It was located at one end of the Silk Road.**

These factors contributed to Chang'an's role as a vibrant center of culture and trade during the Tang dynasty, fostering a diverse environment that encouraged the exchange of ideas, goods, and cultures.

Answer 4

The correct answer is:

**Both used a civil service exam to select officials.**

Both the Tang and Song dynasties implemented civil service examinations as a way to select government officials based on merit, which was a significant aspect of their bureaucratic systems.

Answer 5

The correct answer is:

**The economy prospered and experienced growth in many different industries.**

Increased trade during the Tang and Song dynasties led to economic prosperity, contributing to advancements in various industries, improvements in technology, and overall growth in the economy.