Question

with reference to what you have read in this chapter discuss the influence of China on Vietnam culture and life

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.

Answer 2

1) Religion

        The Vietnamese followed Buddhism and Confucianism

2) Rising of Vietnam

             the Vietnam arose from the shadow of the Chinese empire

3) After independence

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

4) Trade route  

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