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AP Success - AP World History: Western Influence in China, 19th C.

"I have heard that with their new methods the Westerners have found that the movements of the Earth confirm closely to those of the heavens. This can be of assistance in fixing the calendar...I have heard that the Westerners' method of clearing sand from harbors is very effective...Also, for agricultural and sericultural tools, and things required for the various crafts, they mostly use mechanical wheels...There are many intelligent people in China. Surely there are some who, having learned from the barbarians, can surpass them..."
Feng Guifen, "On the Adoption of Western Learning," 1860

Question 1

Multiple choice
According to Feng Guifen, what aspect of Western knowledge did he believe could be beneficial to China?

  • Religious beliefs

  • Philosophical ideas

  • Military strategies

  • Improvements in calendar accuracy

Question 2

Multiple choice
What does Feng Guifen suggest about the potential of the Chinese people in relation to Western learning?

  • Chinese people should strictly adhere to their traditional methods

  • Chinese people could surpass the Westerners once they have learned from them

  • Chinese people are not capable of understanding Western methods

  • Chinese people should reject all forms of Western learning

Question 3

Multiple choice
The source from Feng Guifen reflects an attitude that is best described as:

  • Indifference to Western advancements

  • Complete rejection of Western influence

  • Selective adoption of Western technology and methods

  • Unconditional acceptance of Western culture

Question 4

Multiple choice
Feng Guifen's comments on Western methods of clearing sand from harbors primarily relates to which of the following areas?

  • Military defense systems

  • Artistic expression

  • Medical practices

  • Engineering and infrastructure

Question 5

Multiple choice
The reference to 'mechanical wheels' in the context of agricultural and sericultural tools indicates that Western influence in China during the 19th century included:

  • Linguistic exchange

  • Colonial administration

  • Cultural assimilation

  • Technological innovations

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