Question

why are the tang and song dynasties considered a golden age of china?
a. china was advanced in government, trade, and technology
b. china returned to feudalism
c. china focused only on military conquest and technology
d. china avoided foreign contact

Explanation:

To determine why the Tang and Song dynasties are considered a Golden Age, we analyze each option:

• Option A: During Tang and Song, China had advanced governance (e.g., civil service exams), thriving trade (Silk Road, maritime trade), and technological innovations (printing, gunpowder, compass). This aligns with a Golden Age.
• Option B: Feudalism was not a return during these dynasties; they had a more centralized bureaucracy. Eliminate B.
• Option C: The dynasties were not only focused on military conquest. They excelled in culture, trade, and governance too. Eliminate C.
• Option D: Tang and Song had extensive foreign contact (e.g., trade with Asia, Europe). Avoiding foreign contact is incorrect. Eliminate D.

Answer:

A. China was advanced in government, trade, and technology