Han Emperor Wu Sent Zhang Qian in 139 B

question 74

Multiple Choice

Han Emperor Wu sent Zhang Qian in 139 B.C.E.as an envoy to negotiate with the Yuezhi,to convince them to

• A)Form an alliance against the Xiongnu.
• B)Dam up the Yellow River.
• C)Increase trade in Chinese silk.
• D)Surrender to Han authority.
• E)Join an expeditionary force to control Silk Road traffic.

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