Imperial History Exam Center

1. The Forbidden City was built along a "Central Axis" facing which direction?

East to West North to South Diagonally toward the Great Wall

2. What was the practical purpose of the animal statues on the roof corners?

To show the Emperor's favorite pets To protect nail heads from rusting and rain To act as perches for carrier pigeons

3. Why is the library roof tiled in black instead of the usual imperial yellow?

Because black was the color of scholars It represents Water to protect the books from Fire Black paint was cheaper during the Ming Dynasty

4. Which concept gave the Emperor the "divine right" to rule China?

The Decree of the Dragon The Mandate of Heaven The Silk Road Agreement