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World history questions?

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8. How did causes of the Han decline exemplify the Chinese idea of the dynastic cycle? Select all that apply. (2 points)
A. The strong emperor distributed land to rebellious peasant leaders.
B. The aging dynasty could no longer maintain roads and canals.
C. The civil service reorganized to better align with Daoist principles.
D. Natural disasters indicated the dynasty had lost heaven’s favor.

9. In what ways did the Han civil service system create a valuable legacy for future governments? Select all
that apply.(2 points)
A. It selected the most intelligent and hardworking men and women to fill important jobs.
B. Government jobs were assigned according to merit measured by performance on exams.
C. Members of politically influential or wealthy families were awarded the highest positions.
D. It established a long-lasting civil service system founded on strong Confucian values.

10. How did legalism help Shi Huangdi centralize Han power? Select all that apply. (2 points)
A. It declared that man’s nature is good and is best governed by a virtuous and fair ruler.
B. It emphasized that the strength of a ruler rather than his goodness was most important.
C. It maintained that only a greedy ruler could set a strong and convincing example for people.
D. It asserted that people are greedy, and only tough laws and punishments can maintain order.