5. The Tokugawas established a rigid social structure. Select the answer that correctly ranks
the highest to the lowest social classes.

1. samurai, artisans, farmers, merchants
2. merchants, artisans, farmers, samurai
3. samurai, merchants, artisans, peasants
4. samurai, peasants, artisans, merchants.

6. The Sung Empire became extremely wealthy
because it...
1. controlled all of the lands known as China
2. conquered many nations.
3. discovered gold and oil in the north
4. exported silks, porcelain, and other trade
goods.

7. Noblewomen in China
1. participated in social and political activities
2. were considered inferior to their husbands and
suffered from foot-binding
3. were often well educated and involved in trade
4. none of the above.

8. The Mongols conquered other peoples and
established several long-lasting dynasties because
of their
1. vast armies and heavy cannons
2. use of secret police and repressive rule
3. hardy warriors and tolerant rule
4. hired mercenaries and religious beliefs.