How the pigtail (queue) became a political symbol under the Qing dynasty.

List the ways the Ming and Qing dynasties tried to limit contacts between Europeans and the Chinese people. Why did the British initially accept the restrictions?

Explain the significance of: Ming, Beijing, series, Zheng He, perspective, Guangzhou, Manchus, Manchuria, Qing, Taiwan, queue, banners, Kangxi, Qianlong.

How both the Europeans and Chinese benefited from their early cultural exchange by using a chart like the one given on the page.

Create a chart like the one below to show how both the Europeans and Chinese benefited from their early cultural exchange.

$$\begin{array}{|l|l|} \hline \text { European Benefits } & \text { Chinese Benefits } \\ \hline & \\ \hline & \\ \hline & \\ \hline \end{array}$$

Examine the painting on given page. When did the artist live? Does this change the way you view his painting? Explain your answer.

Which work publicized the concept of "natural rights," later found in the Declaration of Independence? A. Magna Carta B. the English Bill of Rights C. the Mayflower Compact D. John Locke's Two Treatises of Government

How did the Elizabethan theater experience provide a full reflection of English society?

Summarize the mutual obligations between people and government as expressed by Locke.

Describe what Don Quixote reveals about the nature of Spanish character.

Using a Venn diagram, compare and contrast Mannerism and baroque art.

Examine the painting of Louis XIV on given page. In what ways does this painting emphasize the absolute power of Louis XIV?

Why building roads and canals and constructing a seaport would increase a nation’s wealth and power.

Compare and contrast the absolutist leadership styles of Louis XIV, Frederick William the Great Elector, and Peter the Great.