Question

choose the three items that are most associated with the qin dynasty. □ began construction of the grand canal. □ “legalism” was the dominant ruling philosophy. □ began construction of the great wall. □ han wudi was the first major emperor. □ lasted for over 400 years.

Explanation:

1. "Began construction of the Grand Canal": The Grand Canal's main construction was in the Sui Dynasty, not Qin. Eliminate.
2. "Legalism" was the dominant ruling philosophy: Qin Dynasty adopted Legalism as its main governing philosophy. Correct.
3. "Began construction of the Great Wall": Qin Dynasty started connecting and extending earlier fortifications to build the Great Wall. Correct.
4. "Han Wudi was the first major emperor": Han Wudi was of the Han Dynasty, not Qin. Qin's first emperor was Qin Shi Huang. Eliminate.
5. "Lasted for over 400 years": The Qin Dynasty lasted only about 15 years (221 - 206 BCE). Eliminate.

Answer:

• "Legalism" was the dominant ruling philosophy.
• Began construction of the Great Wall.