Asked by Littlecake Cheung on May 05, 2024
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Why did many of the Chinese loyal to the former emperor refuse to serve the new emperor during the Yuan period?
A) There was not enough prestige attached to the new positions.
B) They were fearful of reprisals from the Yuan if they served the new emperor.
C) The new overlords were foreigners and usurpers.
D) Public service was no longer a satisfying occupation.
Yuan Period
A dynasty in China (1271-1368) established by Mongol leader Kublai Khan, known for its cultural achievements and the unification of China.
Former Emperor
A title or description referring to someone who was once an emperor but no longer holds the position, whether through abdication, deposition, or death.
New Emperor
A term indicating the rise or coronation of a new sovereign ruler in an empire.
- Associate pivotal historical figures and moments with the appropriate Chinese dynasties.
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Learning Objectives
- Associate pivotal historical figures and moments with the appropriate Chinese dynasties.
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