The Ming Empire Attempted to Create New Indian Ocean Contacts

question 51

Multiple Choice

The Ming Empire attempted to create new Indian Ocean contacts by

• A) sending out seven imperial fleets between 1405 and 1433.
• B) employing Mongol horsemen to travel the Silk Road.
• C) attempting to defeat the Portuguese in the famous sea ba ttle of Calicut.
• D) establishing maritime courts to deal with pirates and privateers.
• E) building artificial islands.

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