Midterm Examination Guidelines

Wed., 10/16, 2-3:25

Covers material through 10/9

Bring Blue Examination Book

Write in pen or sharp #2 pencil

Content based on revised web syllabus and linked study guides, study:

Names marked with an *asterisk of people, terms, places and dynasties

Lectures

Discussions of readings

Exam Format

Identifications (15 min.), 20 points

Choose 5 of 10 taken from names marked with an *asterisk on study guides

Give definition, approximate date, and historical significance

5 sentences or less

Essay 1 (30 min.), 40 points

Choose 1 of 2 essay questions on geographical Definitions and Birth of the Silk [and Steppe] Roads

Essay 2 (30 min.), 40 points

Choose 1 of 2 essay questions on Birth of Silk Road and Early Silk Road Buddhism, War, Commerce and Society (30 min.), 40 points