How Did Gaozu Change the Centralized Government Created by the Qin

question 69

Multiple Choice

How did Gaozu change the centralized government created by the Qin?

• A) He disbanded the army.
• B) He gave most imperial powers back to local rulers.
• C) He reduced taxes.
• D) He abandoned its bureaucratic structure.

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