Question

question 21 of 23
which of the following statements best describes the approach of chinas emperors to international exchange during the early years of the ming dynasty?
a. they created huge amounts of wealth by building relationships with american empires.
b. they isolated themselves from the influence of and exchange with other nations.
c. they built up a massive military to influence governments around the world.
d. they spread the philosophy of neo - confucianism by sending missionaries to europe.

Explanation:

During the early Ming dynasty, China did not have significant contact with American empires (as trans - Pacific travel was not common then). Building a massive military to influence world governments was not the main early Ming approach. Sending missionaries to Europe to spread Neo - Confucianism was not a major early Ming international exchange activity. The early Ming dynasty, especially before the later isolationist policies (which were more prominent later in the dynasty), was not in a state of complete isolation. However, compared to some other periods (like the Song dynasty's extensive trade), there was a relative reduction in some forms of international exchange. But among the options, option B is the most in line with the general perception of early Ming's stance compared to the other incorrect options.

Answer:

B. They isolated themselves from the influence of and exchange with other nations.