The Ming Dynasty

2. A hard test based on the study of this philosopher
3. What were vases made out of; under the rule of the Ming Dynasty?
6. smuggled valuable goods to european merchants
7. countries that recognize the overlordship, or domination, of another country
11. First missionaries to have an impact
13. government representatives sent to a foreign country
15. During this empire China enjoyed nearly 300 years of peace and prosperity

1. complained that these voyages wasted valuable resources
4. a Chinese Muslim admiral
5. People who were barley earning a living
8. To feed the nation, Chinese economic polices traditionally favored...
9. ways of riding a nation, or political party, of people considered undesirable
10. Many educated Chinese were opposed to this religious entity
12. The First Emporer of the Ming Dynasty
14. He launched the first of seven voyages of exploration