Round 5: Tossup 7

Hu Weiyong’s attempt to overthrow this dynasty led its first emperor to create the Grand Secretariat system. The practice of placing “Chop Marks” on coins was begun by this dynasty’s Wanli emperor. After personally leading forces against Esen Taishi, this dynasty's Zhèngtǒng (“jung-tohng”) Emperor was captured during the (*) Tumu (“TOO-moo”) Crisis. Zhū Yuánzhāng established this dynasty after winning the Battle of Lake Póyáng and becoming the Hóngwǔ (“HOHNG-woo”) Emperor. This dynasty’s Yǒnglè (“yohng-luh”) emperor built the Forbidden (10[1])City, and launched the “treasure (10[1])voyages” of Zheng He (“jung huh”). For 10 points, the Yuan were overthrown by (10[1])what Chinese dynasty known for its ornate vases? ■END■

ANSWER: Ming dynasty
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