Question

8th grade social studies: origins 3 6th grade social studies (lms) step 3: quiz: the unification of china (lms graded) what was the purpose of the great wall? a. to separate warring states b. to keep out nomads to the north c. to standardize chinese roads d. to make trade and transportation easier

Explanation:

To determine the purpose of the Great Wall, we analyze each option:

• Option A: The Great Wall was built after the unification of China, so separating warring states is incorrect.
• Option B: The Great Wall was constructed mainly to defend against nomadic tribes (like the Xiongnu) from the north, which matches historical context.
• Option C: Standardizing roads was part of other Qin reforms (e.g., road infrastructure), not the Great Wall’s purpose.
• Option D: The Great Wall was a defensive structure, not for facilitating trade/transport.

Thus, Option B is correct.

Answer:

B. to keep out nomads to the north