What Do Historians Consider a Defining Characteristic of Chinese Civilization

question 73

Multiple Choice

What do historians consider a defining characteristic of Chinese civilization?

• A) The building of the Great Wall
• B) The emergence of notable philosophies and philosophers
• C) The challenging geography of mountains and deserts
• D) The interaction between nomadic and agricultural peoples
• E) The lack of a clear writing system

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Definitions:

Obtrusively Expensive

Describing an item or service whose price is excessively high, attracting attention in a way that may seem offensive or overt.

Wealth

The abundance of valuable resources or material possessions, or the control of such assets.

Honor

The quality of being honest and having strong moral principles; a sense of moral uprightness.

Consumer Nondurable

Goods that are immediately consumed or have a lifespan of less than three years, such as food and clothing.