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Qin’s Terracotta Army Unearthed Quiz

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Explore the fascinating history of China with our quiz game, inspired by the discovery of Qin’s Terracotta Army in 197 BCE.

  • Test your knowledge with multiple-choice questions
  • Race against the clock to answer as many questions as you can
  • Use spells strategically to aid you in your quest
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  • The Terracotta Army was discovered in 1974 by farmers digging a well near Xi'an, China.
  • The army was created to accompany the first Emperor of China, Qin Shi Huang, in the afterlife.
  • The army consists of over 8,000 life-sized soldiers, 130 chariots with 520 horses, and 150 cavalry horses.
  • Each soldier was individually crafted with unique facial features and hairstyles.
  • The soldiers were originally painted in bright colors, but the paint has mostly worn off over time.
  • The Terracotta Army is believed to have been buried in 210 BCE, shortly after the death of Qin Shi Huang.
  • Archaeologists have also discovered bronze weapons and artifacts in the pits surrounding the army.
  • The discovery of the Terracotta Army has greatly expanded our understanding of ancient Chinese burial practices.
  • The army is located in three separate pits, with Pit 1 being the largest and most impressive.
  • Qin Shi Huang's tomb, which is believed to be located nearby, has not yet been excavated.
  • The Terracotta Army is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a major tourist attraction in China.
  • The site is still an active archaeological dig, with new discoveries being made regularly.
  • The soldiers were made using a combination of molds and hand sculpting techniques.
  • The army was buried in an underground complex that covers an area of 38 square miles.
  • The discovery of the Terracotta Army has revolutionized our understanding of Qin Dynasty art and culture.
  • The site of the Terracotta Army was originally discovered by farmers looking for water.
  • The Terracotta Army was built over a period of 38 years by an estimated 700,000 laborers.
  • The discovery of the army has also shed light on the advanced metallurgical techniques of the Qin Dynasty.
  • The soldiers were originally equipped with real weapons, but these were looted shortly after the army was buried.
  • The discovery of the Terracotta Army has inspired numerous cultural exchanges between China and other countries.

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