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Confucianism, Taoism, and Legalism

Question 8 • FL-2109010-M/J World History B

What was a result of the Zhou capital being destroyed by invaders?

Answer
A
Leaders of the feudal states declared independence.
B
Loyal relatives supported the king to protect the empire.
C
Feudal rulers began to use nomadic soldiers in their armies.
D
Philosophers gained power by encouraging citizens to rebel.

Explanation

When invaders destroyed the Zhou capital, the king moved the capital east and lost much of his authority. As central control weakened, leaders of the feudal states acted more independently. Therefore, the result was that those leaders declared independence.

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