Question

Discuss the influence of China on Vietnam? (5 points)

Answer 1

i) They lived under the shadow of the powerful empire of China.

(ii) Though Vietnam became independent, its rulers continued to maintain the Chinese system of government as well as their culture.

(iii) They continued to use the silk route for bringing in goods, people and ideas.



(iv) The elites in Vietnam were powerfully influenced by the Chinese culture.