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The Han Dynasty Answers

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How did Emperor Wudi strengthen China’s economy?

A
He established higher prices for farmers and producers.
B
He enforced strict laws to ensure citizens were working.
C
He increased production by making new military weapons.
D
He created the policy of leveling to manage the food supply.
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How did a series of weak emperors affect the Han dynasty?

A
Foreign powers were able to take control of large areas.
B
Rivalries between powerful landowners divided the empire.
C
Multiple heirs of the emperors created competition for the throne.
D
Local leaders used bribery to gain power to challenge the throne.
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How did the structure of the Han dynasty reflect Confucianism?

A
Increasing rebellions represented the emphasis on warfare.
B
Crowning a new emperor reflected the importance of loyalty.
C
The multiple levels of bureaucracy reflected the belief in social order.
D
The need for new leaders highlighted the importance of self-promotion.
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What invention improved life for farmers during the Han dynasty?

A
Farmers used wheelbarrows to move loads.
B
Farmers used looms to create silk products.
C
Farmers used crossbows to hunt for food.
D
Farmers used swords to protect their crops.
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How did the civil service test reflect Confucian principles?

A
It helped rich, elite people fill most government positions.
B
It prevented people living in poverty from working in government.
C
It banned promotions for all people working in government.
D
It resulted in the most qualified people working in government.
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Which statement best describes the rule of Empress Lü Zhi?

A
China had a weak government.
B
China dealt with many rebellions.
C
China enjoyed a period of peace.
D
China followed Confucian principles.
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What tax policies did the Han dynasty create to fund the government?

A
All citizens were taxed, but some groups like merchants had to pay higher taxes.
B
Citizens living in poverty paid the most taxes because they needed the most services.
C
Elite citizens were exempt from taxes, as they provided for their own well-being.
D
Most citizens were taxed based on their social status and ability to provide for others.
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What did Confucianism encourage in the Han political structure?

A
loyalty and obedience
B
competition and ethics
C
bribery and dishonesty
D
morality and harsh punishment
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Which statement best describes city life during the Han dynasty?

A
Citizens held many different jobs.
B
Citizens had limited places to worship.
C
Citizens did not have to pay any taxes.
D
Citizens all lived in large, private homes.
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What did farm life and city life have in common during the Han dynasty?

A
Artisans were highly valued in both environments.
B
Education was an important aspect of both environments.
C
Social mobility was a feature for citizens in both environments.
D
People living in poverty struggled to survive in both environments.

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