Chapter 12 Section 4
The Ming Dynasty
Pages 430-436 Questions 1-5
Objective
The Ming rulers strengthened China’s government and brought
back peace and prosperity.
Essential Understanding
How did the Ming Rulers in China rebuild their country after the
Mongols left.
1 What was the purpose of the
Forbidden City and where was it?
• The Forbidden City was home to the
emperor of China and is located in Beijing.
2. How did the Chinese react to the
arrival of Portuguese traders in 1514?
• The Chinese thought at first they were
Barbarians and refused to trade with them.
3. Draw a diagram about the
achievments of the Ming Dynasty.
Oversea Voyages
Zheng He
↓
Porcelain
Ming →
Vases
Ming Dynasty Achievements
↑
Trade with Europe
Marco Polo
Portuguese
Built Roads &
← bridges connecting
all parts of the
dynasty
4. Why did Ming rulers repair and
expand the Grand Canal
• So that rice and other goods can be shipped
to northern China.
5. Why did the Emperor Yong Le and
Zheng He an his voyages? How did
Zheng He’s voyages benefit China?
• To show off China’s power and open trade
between China and other countries; Chinese
traders settled in Southeast Asia and India.