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Perspective Drawing of the Cells at the Provincial Examination Compound
Perspective Drawing of the Cells at the Provincial Examination Compound
Perspective Drawing of the Cells at the Provincial Examination Compound
Perspective Drawing of the Cells at the Provincial Examination Compound
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Perspective Drawing of the Cells at the Provincial Examination Compound

The cells of provincial examination compounds doubled as quarters for test-taking and accommodation. Each three-walled cell, measuring four chi long and three chi wide, faced south and housed one candidate. The east and west walls had a set of protruding bricks that supported wood boards, which could be adjusted to serve as a table and seat or a bed. There was also a small recess in the back wall where candidates could place an oil lamp and personal belongings.
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Shang Yanliu, Records of the Imperial Examinations in the Qing Dynasty 

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