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176.China: A Global Influence Without a doubt, China was influential in it’s impact on Southeast Asia. Meanwhile, its cultural imprint did not stop there. As one of the First Civilizations, China assimilated its own strengths with other influences to impact the world. The spread of complex organizational designs including new technologies, religious impact, and language that transcended dialects surpassed the confines of Southeastern Asia, spanned the globe and is still in evidence today.
There are so many technologies that the Chinese developed, but it is impossible to think of this group of people without recognizing the immense contributions that such inventions made. While many of these inventions were not directly created to travel worldwide, this is what commonly occurred. One such item was paper and printing. Clearly, these designs are still in use today. Another invention that gained worldwide influence was the Chinese formula for gunpowder and the use of cast iron as opposed to bronze. The influences do not stop there and include the production of salt using solar evaporation, calligraphy, and the magnetic compass. Without a doubt, China created vast technologies that contributed to a number of global sectors, including the military, the spread of written expression, and scientific knowledge and other facets of civilization that have since been used, improved upon, and remained a cultural influence beyond Southeast Asia.
In addition to China’s influence in the area of technologies, they were able to impact the world in the area of religion as well. Consider the religious and philosophical expressions of Daoism and Confucianism and how the obscurities of life were explained with each. These teachings, along with the expressions of other Chinese thinkers spread throughout the world. These teachings directly impacted the political governing of many states. These religious affluences were instrumental in uniting human communities and remain present in humankind still today.
Another component of Chinese influence is their language. While many foreign languages were focused on phonetics, the Chinese characters were more expressive of ideas and words. It was the ability to understand and relate to the written expression of the Chinese that frequently led to the sharing and embedding of their culture within others. Written expression actually dates back to the Sumerians and the beginning of organized civilizations.
In considering the influence of the Chinese, not all their contributions were as direct as traveling the Silk Road or the sea commerce that led to the direct transfer of goods from one area to another; nonetheless, the technologies that they designed, the religious teachings of their scholarly thinkers, and their written expression did travel and assimilate into other tribes, civilizations, and countries. This assimilation did not cease over time, but overcame the boundaries of change and transition to create influence centuries and even millenniums later.
Which of the following sentences could be added to the third paragraph?
177.China: A Global Influence Without a doubt, China was influential in it’s impact on Southeast Asia. Meanwhile, its cultural imprint did not stop there. As one of the First Civilizations, China assimilated its own strengths with other influences to impact the world. The spread of complex organizational designs including new technologies, religious impact, and language that transcended dialects surpassed the confines of Southeastern Asia, spanned the globe and is still in evidence today.
There are so many technologies that the Chinese developed, but it is impossible to think of this group of people without recognizing the immense contributions that such inventions made. While many of these inventions were not directly created to travel worldwide, this is what commonly occurred. One such item was paper and printing. Clearly, these designs are still in use today. Another invention that gained worldwide influence was the Chinese formula for gunpowder and the use of cast iron as opposed to bronze. The influences do not stop there and include the production of salt using solar evaporation, calligraphy, and the magnetic compass. Without a doubt, China created vast technologies that contributed to a number of global sectors, including the military, the spread of written expression, and scientific knowledge and other facets of civilization that have since been used, improved upon, and remained a cultural influence beyond Southeast Asia.
In addition to China’s influence in the area of technologies, they were able to impact the world in the area of religion as well. Consider the religious and philosophical expressions of Daoism and Confucianism and how the obscurities of life were explained with each. These teachings, along with the expressions of other Chinese thinkers spread throughout the world. These teachings directly impacted the political governing of many states. These religious affluences were instrumental in uniting human communities and remain present in humankind still today.
Another component of Chinese influence is their language. While many foreign languages were focused on phonetics, the Chinese characters were more expressive of ideas and words. It was the ability to understand and relate to the written expression of the Chinese that frequently led to the sharing and embedding of their culture within others. Written expression actually dates back to the Sumerians and the beginning of organized civilizations.
In considering the influence of the Chinese, not all their contributions were as direct as traveling the Silk Road or the sea commerce that led to the direct transfer of goods from one area to another; nonetheless, the technologies that they designed, the religious teachings of their scholarly thinkers, and their written expression did travel and assimilate into other tribes, civilizations, and countries. This assimilation did not cease over time, but overcame the boundaries of change and transition to create influence centuries and even millenniums later.
Which of the following sentences should be deleted from the fifth paragraph?
178.China: A Global Influence Without a doubt, China was influential in it’s impact on Southeast Asia. Meanwhile, its cultural imprint did not stop there. As one of the First Civilizations, China assimilated its own strengths with other influences to impact the world. The spread of complex organizational designs including new technologies, religious impact, and language that transcended dialects surpassed the confines of Southeastern Asia, spanned the globe and is still in evidence today.
There are so many technologies that the Chinese developed, but it is impossible to think of this group of people without recognizing the immense contributions that such inventions made. While many of these inventions were not directly created to travel worldwide, this is what commonly occurred. One such item was paper and printing. Clearly, these designs are still in use today. Another invention that gained worldwide influence was the Chinese formula for gunpowder and the use of cast iron as opposed to bronze. The influences do not stop there and include the production of salt using solar evaporation, calligraphy, and the magnetic compass. Without a doubt, China created vast technologies that contributed to a number of global sectors, including the military, the spread of written expression, and scientific knowledge and other facets of civilization that have since been used, improved upon, and remained a cultural influence beyond Southeast Asia.
In addition to China’s influence in the area of technologies, they were able to impact the world in the area of religion as well. Consider the religious and philosophical expressions of Daoism and Confucianism and how the obscurities of life were explained with each. These teachings, along with the expressions of other Chinese thinkers spread throughout the world. These teachings directly impacted the political governing of many states. These religious affluences were instrumental in uniting human communities and remain present in humankind still today.
Another component of Chinese influence is their language. While many foreign languages were focused on phonetics, the Chinese characters were more expressive of ideas and words. It was the ability to understand and relate to the written expression of the Chinese that frequently led to the sharing and embedding of their culture within others. Written expression actually dates back to the Sumerians and the beginning of organized civilizations.
In considering the influence of the Chinese, not all their contributions were as direct as traveling the Silk Road or the sea commerce that led to the direct transfer of goods from one area to another; nonetheless, the technologies that they designed, the religious teachings of their scholarly thinkers, and their written expression did travel and assimilate into other tribes, civilizations, and countries. This assimilation did not cease over time, but overcame the boundaries of change and transition to create influence centuries and even millenniums later.
Which of the following sentences could be added to the fourth paragraph?
179.China: A Global Influence Without a doubt, China was influential in it’s impact on Southeast Asia. Meanwhile, its cultural imprint did not stop there. As one of the First Civilizations, China assimilated its own strengths with other influences to impact the world. The spread of complex organizational designs including new technologies, religious impact, and language that transcended dialects surpassed the confines of Southeastern Asia, spanned the globe and is still in evidence today.
There are so many technologies that the Chinese developed, but it is impossible to think of this group of people without recognizing the immense contributions that such inventions made. While many of these inventions were not directly created to travel worldwide, this is what commonly occurred. One such item was paper and printing. Clearly, these designs are still in use today. Another invention that gained worldwide influence was the Chinese formula for gunpowder and the use of cast iron as opposed to bronze. The influences do not stop there and include the production of salt using solar evaporation, calligraphy, and the magnetic compass. Without a doubt, China created vast technologies that contributed to a number of global sectors, including the military, the spread of written expression, and scientific knowledge and other facets of civilization that have since been used, improved upon, and remained a cultural influence beyond Southeast Asia.
In addition to China’s influence in the area of technologies, they were able to impact the world in the area of religion as well. Consider the religious and philosophical expressions of Daoism and Confucianism and how the obscurities of life were explained with each. These teachings, along with the expressions of other Chinese thinkers spread throughout the world. These teachings directly impacted the political governing of many states. These religious affluences were instrumental in uniting human communities and remain present in humankind still today.
Another component of Chinese influence is their language. While many foreign languages were focused on phonetics, the Chinese characters were more expressive of ideas and words. It was the ability to understand and relate to the written expression of the Chinese that frequently led to the sharing and embedding of their culture within others. Written expression actually dates back to the Sumerians and the beginning of organized civilizations.
In considering the influence of the Chinese, not all their contributions were as direct as traveling the Silk Road or the sea commerce that led to the direct transfer of goods from one area to another; nonetheless, the technologies that they designed, the religious teachings of their scholarly thinkers, and their written expression did travel and assimilate into other tribes, civilizations, and countries. This assimilation did not cease over time, but overcame the boundaries of change and transition to create influence centuries and even millenniums later.
Which of the following ways could the following sentence best be revised and combined into one statement? These teachings, along with the expressions of other Chinese thinkers spread throughout the world. These teachings directly impacted the political governing of many states.
180.Comparing and Contrasting the Political and Social Features of China and Europe
Medieval China and Europe were both impressive entities that provide elaborate model of the recovery process. Both of these civilizations had experienced expansive disparities from the plague, while only China suffered at the hands of the Mongols. Nonetheless, the fifteenth century was a time of reconstruction for both medieval China and Europe. These civilizations were parallel in their relentless efforts to recapture the spotlight; such efforts created two expansive domains that shared some political and social features, yet remained distinctly different in other areas.
China definite has the upper hand over Europe. While Europe remained a compilation of many separate states that were highly competitive and territorial, China was united with a centralized government that emphasized the civil service exam. At the head of this government was none other than Emperor Yongle. This notable leader was able to create oversee two astounding constructions that remain well known today.
Under the leadership of Emperor Yongle, the Forbidden City and the Temple of Heaven were created. Both of these led to the direct influence of Confucian philosophy. Other views of great influence throughout China during this time were Daoism and Buddhism. Meanwhile, in Europe, religious principles were centered on Christianity and the Renaissance.
One notable similarity that was a main characteristic of both medieval China and Europe was the use of maritime expeditions. The Chinese did not desire to use their sea travel to try to overtake other areas, but instead, simply to trade. The Chinese believed immensely in their dominance; for them, anyone that desired to be a part of their political and religious entities were welcomed to come to them. It was not their intention to make converting others part of their naval operation.
Comparatively, Europe was also engaged in vast sea trade. This was not solely about trading ideas though. Europeans wanted wealth. The Euro is a monetary system that is used throughout the European Union. Seeking items such as gold, spices, and silk, those that partook in these sea expeditions also desired to spread their culture, as well as their faith. These people, as a whole, still lacked unity, but as separate as they were, the common prize was profits and influence. Even with their desire for dominance, the overall size of the European fleet failed in comparison to the Chinese’s plethora of ships and seamen.
In continuing to compare Europe and the China, it must be noted that many European states adopted German principles. This included taxing citizens. The funds from this taxation allowed for the funding of armies and the design of organizational structures. Ultimately, Europe was successful in encapsulating a large quantity of the world’s people under its dominance; comparatively, with the absence of Emperor Yongle, the Chinese abruptly ceased their maritime expeditions.
Both of these expansive civilizations experienced increasing populations and the problem of inadequate land to accommodate growing populations. The presence of the “middle kingdom” or China became focused inland on rice crops. Europe continued to obtain foreign possessions. Europe also continued growing wheat and livestock. While obvious in their differences, the focus on agriculture did create similarities.
In conclusion, China and Europe were impressive civilizations. While diverse in their approach and design, both were able to overcome tragedy and transcend history. By surpassing such obstacles, both were culturally influential. Their presence in globally impacting the world remains unquestionable even seven centuries later.
Which of the following is the best revision of the first sentence in the paragraph?
