It Appears That Women Enjoyed Greater Status in Korea and Vietnam;

question 13

Multiple Choice

It appears that women enjoyed greater status in Korea and Vietnam; for example,

• A)samurai warriors could be either male or female.
• B)the Fujiwara family was led by a matriarchy that passed property through the female line.
• C)the Yi sisters of Korea led a revolt against the imposition of taxes.
• D)the Trung sisters of Vietnam led local farmers in resistance against invaders.
• E)women were allowed to join the priesthood and perform religious rituals.

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