SSC
WORLD HISTORY
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Question
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Which of the following is true of the expeditions of Chinese Admiral Zheng He in the early 1400s?
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He wished to find a new route to Europe in order to participate in European trade.
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He sailed to ports on the Indian Ocean coastline, including those in East Africa.
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He crossed the Indian Ocean but did not land on the African coast.
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He explored unknown regions and seas, though his ships were tiny and supplies inadequate.
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He avoided contact with overseas Chinese communities.
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The Legacy of Zheng He’s Adventures The voyages of Zheng He are a favorite topic of world historians today. They show that Chinese ships could have ruled the Indian Ocean for many more years and possibly been able to sail to the Americas.
Detailed explanation-2: -The voyages were intended to display China’s power and culture and bring foreign treasures back to the Ming court. Zheng He set sail on his first voyage in 1405, commanding some 27, 800 men.
Detailed explanation-3: -Zheng He set sail on his first voyage in 1405, commanding some 27, 800 men. His massive armada comprised 317 ships, including 62 “treasure ships” packed with rich gifts for heads of state.
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