Which of these would indicate to the ancient Chinese that a ruler was no longer Mandated by Heaven?
The ruler was overthrown and removed from power.
The priests read ill omens in star and planet alignments.
The ruler had no children and therefore no successor.
The priests predicted bad weather, flooding, or drought.

Question

Which of these would indicate to the ancient Chinese that a ruler was no longer Mandated by Heaven?
The ruler was overthrown and removed from power.
The priests read ill omens in star and planet alignments.
The ruler had no children and therefore no successor.
The priests predicted bad weather, flooding, or drought.

kohai · Answer

Here, read about the Mandate of Heaven. It should help you with this question http://asianhistory.about.com/od/ancientchina/f/What-Is-The-Mandate-Of-Heaven.htm

anonymous · Answer

A