Question

Why did the Ming Dynasty fund the Star Fleet?
Select one:
a.The Silk Road had just closed, and a new trade route was needed.
b.The Star Fleet was able to give jobs to many Chinese peasants so they wouldn't rebel.
c.The emperor wanted to gain control over bordering kingdoms and have them pay tribute.
d.The Ming Dynasty wanted to impress its enemies with a show of military strength at ses.

Answer 1

Answer:

c. The emperor wanted to gain control over bordering kingdoms and have them pay tribute.

Answer 2

Answer:

C - "The emperor wanted to gain control over bordering kingdoms and have them pay tribute" ( took the test )

Explanation:

The third emperor of the Ming Dynasty wanted to expand his empire by adding to the number of countries that paid him tribute and thereby could be controlled by him. He hoped to make the smaller surrounding countries allies before other foreign powers came in to take control of them.