Book 3 Chapter 1 Flashcards
(14 cards)
What was the last dynasty of China?
The Qing Dynasty, founded by the Manchus.
How was China during the early Qing Dynasty?
The country was rich and powerful under the rule of some capable emperors.
What happened to China towards the end of Emperor Qianlong’s rule?
China became weaker.
What did British merchants start selling in China during the mid-Qing Dynasty?
Opium.
What were the consequences of opium addiction in China?
Many people became addicted, spent much money, their health turned poor, and the army became weak.
Who was sent to Guangzhou to ban opium?
Lin Zexu.
What was the result of the opium ban?
It upset Britain and led to the First Opium War.
What was the outcome of the First Opium War for China?
China was defeated and forced to sign the Treaty of Nanjing.
What happened to China after the First Opium War?
The war further weakened China, leading to invasions by many countries.
What did the Qing government have to sign after being weakened?
Unequal treaties.
What was the goal of the Chinese Revolution of 1911?
To overthrow the corrupt and weak Qing government.
Who led the uprisings during the Chinese Revolution of 1911?
Sun Yat-sen.
What was the result of the Chinese Revolution of 1911?
The Qing government was overthrown and the Republic of China was founded the next year.
What did the Chinese Revolution of 1911 signify?
The end of the last dynasty of China.
