The Benevolent Monarchy Described in the Rites of Zhou

question 104

Multiple Choice

The benevolent monarchy described in the Rites of Zhou

• A)endured in practice throughout the dynasty's long reign.
• B)continued to grow in significance as the dynasty developed.
• C)degenerated, in practice, into a fractious arrangement of despotic and exploitive local rulers.
• D)reflected the enhancement of the intelligence and morality of the Zhou rulers.
• E)in time, developed into a highly centralized structure.

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