Which Statement Does NOT Explain Why China Did Not Colonize

question 175

Multiple Choice

Which statement does NOT explain why China did not colonize an overseas empire?

• A) The regions explored by China did not have the goods that China wanted.
• B) Chinese primitive shipbuilding technology prevented Chinese explorers from reaching other continents.
• C) China was more concerned with fortifying the Great Wall of China against Mongolian invaders.
• D) Explorers did not have the support of the Chinese government and were therefore limited in their travels.

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