Question

Discuss the Chinese contributions during the medieval period in the field of knowledge and art.

Answer 1

Instructions:

1. Knowledge: List Chinese contributions that helped in warfare, spread of knowledge, and navigation
2. Art: Buddhist architectural structure

Solution:
The Chinese contributed during the medieval period in the following ways:

• Printing press: Chinese printing press technology greatly contributed to the spread of knowledge across the world.
• Gun powder: The invention of Gunpowder by the Chinese changed the way wars were being fought.
• Mariner’s compass: The mariner’s compass helped people to easily navigate while travelling via sea.
• Pagodas: The pagodas built by the Chinese are an architectural marvel. These pagodas serve as a Buddhist centre of worship.