Which of the Following Is Not Generally Considered a Contributing

question 93

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not generally considered a contributing factor to the fall of the Han Empire?

• A) Corruption within the government
• B) Attacks by non-Chinese from across the frontiers
• C) The frustration of hungry peasants
• D) The subversive ideas of Buddhism
• E) The failure of the Han reforms

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Definitions:

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