In the Late Nineteenth Century, Which of the Following Was

question 49

Multiple Choice

In the late nineteenth century, which of the following was an important initiative of the Chinese Self-Strengthening movement?

• A) territorial expansion in the southeast
• B) the development of coal mines and shipyards
• C) the development of an expansive railway system
• D) aligning Chinese culture with western culture

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