Explanation of the Five Dynasties History

Author: Bai Yulin, Zeng Zhihua, Zhang Xinke
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Publish Date: 2006-07-01
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The Five Dynasties and Ten Kingdoms period refers to which historical period in Chinese history?
What was the "White Horse Calamity"?
Why is the reign of Emperor Mingzong of Tang considered a period of relative stability during the Five Dynasties?
What were the severe historical consequences of Shi Jingtang ceding the Sixteen Prefectures of Yan?
How did Emperor Taizu of Zhou reform corrupt policies?
Why was Li Cunxiao, renowned for his bravery, executed by his ruler?
Why was Li Congwen, a corrupt and cruel official, not punished?
Why was Zhang Yun called the "Earth Immortal"?
How did Li Jinben, originally a notorious thief, rise to the rank of general?
Why did the plan of the Southern Tang to unify the country fail?
When was watermelon introduced to China?
What is the "Regulations of the Office"?
What subjects were tested in the imperial examinations during the Five Dynasties period?
What ethnic group was the Khitan?
Where was the Champa Kingdom located?