Question

how did war contribute to the development of the silk road? choose 1 answer: a zhang qian traveled to learn more about the xiongnu, and, along the way, accidentally discovered new kingdoms to trade with. b zhang qian attempted to conquer the xiongnu and ferghana peoples, and his conquests allowed him to create prosperous trading routes. c zhang qian journeyed to find horses for the war with the xiongnu, which gave him knowledge of routes that led to people to trade with. d zhang qian set out in search of allies to strengthen the chinese military’s war efforts, which led him to develop new trading routes with his allies.

Explanation:

Zhang Qian's initial mission was to find allies against the Xiongnu, a military/war-related goal. His journey led to establishing connections that became the basis of the Silk Road. Option A does not tie to war; Option B incorrectly states he conquered groups; Option C's focus on horses is not the core war-related driver of his journey.

Answer:

D. Zhang Qian set out in search of allies to strengthen the Chinese military's war efforts, which led him to develop new trading routes with his allies.