Question

1. which of the following statements is not true about the great wall of china?

it is considered to be one of the new seven wonders of the world
it was built over the course of over 1000 years
it is the longest manmade structure in the world
only the rich and wealthy were allowed to work on the wall
during the ming dynasty, around 1 million soldiers were on guard at the wall

Explanation:

• The Great Wall was named one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in 2007.
• Construction of the Great Wall spanned over 2,000 years, starting from the Spring and Autumn Period.
• It is recognized as the longest manmade structure globally.
• Workers on the wall included conscripted peasants, soldiers, and criminals, not only the wealthy.
• Historical records confirm that around 1 million soldiers were stationed to guard the Ming Dynasty section of the wall.

Answer:

Only the rich and wealthy were allowed to work on the wall