1: what is the effect. Zheng He's expeditions along the coasts of Southeast Asia and India found entrances to the Red Sea and Persian Gulf. The Ming emperor suddenly halted further construction of ships.
2: What is the cause. The Chinese forced traders to pay in gold and silver.
The literacy rate in China rose
3: What is the effect. The discovery of a sea route from Europe to Asia decreased human traffic on roads.
4: What is the cause. The Ming dynasty weakened over time.

Question :Describe the accomplishments in the arts, philosophy, and literature during the Ming dynasty.
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