Address each question in at least 4 sentences each. Be sure to cite sources and avoid encyclopedia Wikipedia.
Discuss the competing early philosophies of China, both before and after Confucianism. What were the differences? Who were the leading proponents of each? The Zhou rulers of China adopted the political idea of rule by way of a mandate from heaven. Discuss this concept and its implementation. Did it succeed? Discuss the achievements of the early Ming Dynasty. When, how and why were the Mongols able to conquer China? What was the impact of this invasion to China? Please separate and number each question
