How Was Foot Binding Viewed During the Song Dynasty

question 31

Multiple Choice

How was foot binding viewed during the Song Dynasty?

• A) It was reviled by Neo-Confucian scholars.
• B) Its spread was halted by Song authorities.
• C) It was associated with the pleasure quarters and women's efforts to beautify themselves.
• D) It remained popular among all parts of China but was disliked by the emperor.

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