Question

6th grade social studies: cross 3 6th grade social stud step 3: quiz: the han dynasty expands (lms not what did the han gain from zhang qians journey? a. stronger relations with kingdoms in central asia b. the secret of raising silkworms and making silk c. new territories in southern china d. knowledge of the writings of confucius

Explanation:

Zhang Qian's journey (the "Silk Road exploration") helped the Han Dynasty establish stronger diplomatic and trade relations with kingdoms in Central Asia. Option B is incorrect as silk - making was a Han (Chinese) secret, not something gained from Zhang Qian's journey. Option C is incorrect as southern China territories were not gained from his journey. Option D is incorrect as Confucian writings were already known in the Han. So the correct answer is A.

Answer:

A. stronger relations with kingdoms in Central Asia