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AP World History Exam Prep

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Which of the following best defines the political heritage of classical China?
  1. The people should always question the emperor.
  2. All citizens are encouraged to participate in government.
  3. As a father is to a family, so is the emperor to the state.
  4. The leader is chosen by the community elders.
Explanation
Answer - C - “As a father is to a family, so is the emperor to the state” best defines the political heritage of classical China.

Key Takeaway: Confucian thought dictates that the basis of the state is the family. Because the ruler is the head of the state, it is said that he should model proper behavior for the state-in the same exact way that a father would model proper behavior for his family.
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