HISTORY
ANCIENT CHINA
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Question
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Chinese ports were closed to foreign merchants.
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International trade relied on the production of Chinese goods.
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Chinese advancements helped explorers navigate across oceans.
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Merchants were forced to use the Chinese language to communicate.
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Detailed explanation-1: -The imperial Ming Dynasty ruled China from 1368 to 1644. It replaced the Mongol Yuan dynasty which had been in power since the 13th century. Despite challenges from abroad and within, the Ming dynasty oversaw an unprecedented growth in China’s population and general economic prosperity.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Ming dynasty’s certain trade practice spurred global trade. The Ming limited European trade by only accepting silver or gold for goods that were highly demanded in Europe, like silk and porcelain. This led to a flow of precious metals into China.
Detailed explanation-3: -Notable Ming achievements include the refurbishment of the Great Wall to its greatest glory, large naval expeditions, vibrant maritime trade, and the rise of a heavily monetized economy.