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June 1st
Questions
  • Which Chinese emperor is known for the construction of the Forbidden City in Beijing, serving as the imperial palace of the Ming and Qing Dynasties?
  • During which Chinese dynasty did the 'Rebellion of the Seven States' occur, challenging the central authority and leading to the downfall of the Qin Dynasty?
  • Who was the Chinese philosopher and writer known for his influential work 'Zhuangzi,' which is considered a foundational text of Daoism (Taoism)?
  • In Chinese history, which famous military strategist and general is known for his role in the defense of the city of Red Cliffs against the superior forces of Cao Cao during the Three Kingdoms period?
  • During the Ming Dynasty, which Chinese explorer commanded a series of maritime expeditions to Southeast Asia, South Asia, the Middle East, and East Africa, known as the 'Treasure Voyages'?

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April 3rd
Questions
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for the establishment of the first imperial examination system to select candidates for civil service, marking a significant development in Chinese bureaucracy?
  • Who was the Chinese historian and statesman known for his compilation of 'Records of the Grand Historian,' a comprehensive history of China from ancient times to the Western Han Dynasty?
  • During which Chinese dynasty did the 'Revolt of the Three Feudatories' take place, a rebellion that challenged the central authority of the Qing Dynasty in the late 17th century?
  • Who was the Chinese military leader and strategist known for his defense of the city of Changsha against the Japanese invasion during the Second Sino-Japanese War?
  • During which historical period did the 'Tongzhi Restoration' occur in China, aiming to strengthen the Qing Dynasty's rule following the Taiping Rebellion and other internal conflicts?

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January 9th
Questions
  • During which historical period did the 'Wuchang Uprising' take place, leading to the end of the Qing Dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China?
  • Who was the Chinese philosopher and military strategist known for his work 'Seven Military Classics' during the Warring States period?
  • During which Chinese dynasty did the 'An Lushan Rebellion' occur, leading to significant social, political, and economic upheaval in China?
  • Who was the Chinese military general and statesman known for his role in the establishment of the Ming Dynasty, overthrowing the Mongol-led Yuan Dynasty?
  • During which historical period did the 'White Lotus Rebellion' occur, a peasant rebellion against the Qing Dynasty led by the White Lotus Society?

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January 9th
Questions
  • During which historical period did the construction of the Great Wall of China take place, a monumental defensive structure built to protect China from invasions by various nomadic groups?
  • Who was the Chinese general and statesman known for his role in the 'Northern Expedition,' a military campaign aimed at reunifying China under the Nationalist government during the early Republic of China?
  • During which historical period did the 'Wuchang Uprising' occur, marking the start of the Xinhai Revolution that ultimately led to the overthrow of the Qing Dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China?
  • Who was the Chinese philosopher and statesman known for his role in the foundation of the Han Dynasty, as well as his contributions to the development of Confucianism and legalism?
  • During which historical period did the 'Yellow Turban Rebellion' take place, marking a significant event that led to the decline of the Eastern Han Dynasty and the beginning of the Three Kingdoms period in China?

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January 9th
Questions
  • During which historical period was the 'Hundred Days' Reform' initiated in China, a failed attempt at modernizing and reforming the Qing Dynasty?
  • Who was the Chinese philosopher and reformer known for his advocacy of the 'Self-Strengthening Movement,' an initiative aimed at modernizing China and strengthening its military and economic capabilities during the late Qing Dynasty?
  • During which historical period did the 'May Fourth Movement' take place in China, marking a significant turning point in Chinese intellectual and cultural history?
  • Who was the Chinese warlord and leader of the Northern Expedition, a military campaign that aimed to reunify China under the Nationalist government during the early Republic of China?
  • During which historical period did the 'Long March' take place, a military retreat by the Red Army of the Communist Party of China to evade the pursuit of the Kuomintang forces?

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January 9th
Questions
  • During which historical period did the 'An Lushan Rebellion' occur, leading to significant social, political, and economic upheaval in China?
  • Who was the Chinese general and statesman who played a crucial role in the founding of the Han Dynasty and is known for his military and administrative achievements?
  • During which Chinese dynasty did the 'Taiping Rebellion' take place, resulting in one of the deadliest conflicts in history with an estimated death toll of 20-30 million?
  • Who was the Chinese revolutionary and political leader who played a central role in the founding of the People's Republic of China and the establishment of the Communist Party of China?
  • During which Chinese dynasty did the 'Yellow Turban Rebellion' take place, marking the beginning of the decline of the Eastern Han Dynasty and the start of the Three Kingdoms period?

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December 31st
Questions
  • During which Chinese dynasty did the construction of the Grand Canal, a monumental project connecting the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers, take place?
  • Who was the Chinese historian and official of the Song Dynasty known for his work 'Comprehensive Mirror in Aid of Governance', a historical chronicle that covered the history of China from the Five Dynasties to the early Song Dynasty?
  • During which historical period did the Xinhai Revolution lead to the overthrow of the Qing Dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China?
  • Who was the famous Chinese poet and government official known for his literary contributions during the Tang Dynasty?
  • During which Chinese dynasty was the 'Jingkang Incident', a significant event in Chinese history that led to the fall of the Northern Song Dynasty and the subsequent establishment of the Southern Song Dynasty?

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December 31st
Questions
  • Which Chinese philosopher is known for his role in the establishment of the Hundred Schools of Thought during the Warring States period?
  • During which Chinese dynasty did the construction of the Sui and Tang Grand Canal, a monumental project connecting the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers, take place?
  • Who was the famous Chinese poet and government official known for his literary contributions during the Tang Dynasty?
  • Which Chinese naval explorer led the seven maritime expeditions during the early Ming Dynasty, reaching as far as East Africa and the Arabian Peninsula?
  • During which historical period did the Xinhai Revolution lead to the overthrow of the Qing Dynasty and the establishment of the Republic of China?

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December 31st
Questions
  • During which Chinese dynasty was the 'Four Great Books of Song' compiled, which included the 'Liao, Jin, Yuan, and Ming Histories' and marked a significant advancement in Chinese historiography?
  • Which Chinese historian and official of the Song Dynasty is known for his work 'Comprehensive Mirror in Aid of Governance', a historical chronicle that covered the history of China from the Five Dynasties to the early Song Dynasty?
  • During which Chinese dynasty was the 'Jingkang Incident', a significant event in Chinese history that led to the fall of the Northern Song Dynasty and the subsequent establishment of the Southern Song Dynasty?
  • Which Chinese philosopher, writer, and statesman of the late Song Dynasty is known for his influential work 'Dream Pool Essays', which covered a wide range of subjects, including science, literature, and philosophy?
  • During which Chinese dynasty did the famous poet and statesman Su Shi, also known as Su Dongpo, play a prominent role in Chinese literary and political circles, contributing to the development of poetry and prose?

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December 31st
Questions
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for the establishment of the first centralized state and the standardization of the writing system in China?
  • Who was the Chinese philosopher and founder of Legalism, known for his influence during the Qin Dynasty?
  • During which Chinese dynasty did the construction of the Grand Canal, connecting the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers, begin?
  • Who was the Chinese military strategist and author of 'The Art of War', known for his influence during the Warring States period?
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for the construction of the Terracotta Army, a remarkable collection of life-size sculptures of soldiers and horses?

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December 28th
Questions
  • What was the name of the rebellion that led to the downfall of the Qing Dynasty in China?
  • Which Chinese philosopher is known for his teachings on Confucianism and the concept of filial piety?
  • During which dynasty was the Great Wall of China largely built and reinforced?
  • Who was the founder of the Yuan Dynasty in China, established by the Mongol Empire?
  • Which Chinese historical figure is known for his role in the foundation of the Tang Dynasty and the establishment of the Tang Empire?

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October 20th
Questions
  • Which Chinese dynasty was known for the invention of paper money?
  • Who was the first emperor of China to unify the country?
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for its maritime expeditions led by Admiral Zheng He?
  • Which event in Chinese history led to the end of imperial rule and the establishment of the Republic of China?
  • Who was the Chinese philosopher and founder of Legalism?

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September 20th
Questions
  • Who was the Chinese emperor responsible for the construction of the Terracotta Army?
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for the development of the Silk Road?
  • Who was the Chinese philosopher who emphasized the concept of 'Legalism'?
  • During which dynasty did the 'Four Great Inventions' of ancient China emerge?
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for the construction of the Grand Canal?
  • Who was the Chinese philosopher who advocated for the concept of 'Wuwei' or 'non-action'?
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for the construction of the Forbidden City in Beijing?
  • Who was the Chinese explorer credited with the extensive voyages during the Ming Dynasty?
  • Which Chinese dynasty was overthrown by the Xinhai Revolution, leading to the establishment of the Republic of China?
  • Who was the Chinese philosopher known for his teachings on ethics and morality?

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August 31st
Questions
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for the creation of the civil service examination system?
  • Who was the Chinese philosopher who emphasized the importance of ethical conduct and filial piety?
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for the construction of the Forbidden City in Beijing?
  • Who was the Chinese military strategist and author of 'The Art of War'?
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for the invention of paper and the development of printing?
  • Who was the Chinese emperor who ordered the construction of the terracotta army?
  • Which Chinese philosopher is associated with the concept of 'Dao' or 'The Way'?
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for the construction of the Grand Canal, connecting the Yellow and Yangtze Rivers?
  • Who was the Chinese emperor who initiated the Great Wall of China?
  • Which Chinese dynasty is known for the invention of gunpowder?

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August 7th
Questions
  • Who was the founder of the Ming Dynasty in China?
  • Which Chinese dynasty is often referred to as the 'Golden Age' of China?
  • Who was the first emperor of the unified China?
  • During which dynasty did the construction of the Great Wall of China begin?