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1) Why did Shi Huangdi build a wall in northern China?
To keep out the Mongols

2) How was China governed in its early history?
through dynasties, the Chinese form of monarchy

3) What are some achievements China made in its early history?
the first civilized nation, the longest civilized period,

4) When did Europeans begin exploration of China?
the 1200s

5) How was Europe able to gain access to Chinese markets in the 19th century?
By invading and forming spheres of influence

6) Which political group has held considerable power in China for the last 50 years?
The commies

7) What did the Communist party want for China's economy?
to form a unified china that could support the government

8) Where does China get the resources that fuel the industrial economy?
Northeastern china

9) What item is especially popular as an export to the U.S.?
textiles

10) Name two important Chinese inventions?
Gunpowder and Printing

11) What are the predominant religions of China?
Budhism, Taoism, Confuscionism

12) What is China's population?

About a billion