Question

The country is huge and the responsibility for it is heavy. A huge country cannot be evenly governed by the emperor alone; the responsibility is too great for one man. Thus, the emperor should give land to relatives to guard the outlying prefectures [areas]. Whether the country is at peace or in danger, they cooperate; whether the country is thriving or declining, they work together with one heart.

Which statement best restates the strategy Taizong is explaining here?

A.) The emperor should be replaced by a different governing body.
B.) Royal family members should guard and protect the emperor.
C.) Members of the royal family are the best choices to help run a huge country.
D.) The size of the country should be reduced by giving portions of it to others to rule.

Answer 1

Answer: the correct answer is C.) Members of the royal family are the best choices to help run a huge country.

Explanation: the author says: "...the responsibility is too great for one man...", meaning that he needs to have help and he says: "...the emperor should give land to relatives to guard the outlying prefectures ..." meaning members of the royal family are the chosen to help him.

Answer 2

Members of the royal family are the best choices to help run a huge country.