WORLD HISTORY

HISTORY

ANCIENT CHINA

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who did the Tang overthrow?
A
The Song
B
The Han
C
The Sui
D
The Zhou
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Sui, however, lasted for only two emperors before falling to Li Yuan, founder of the Tang Dynasty. Li Yuan was the cousin of the first Sui emperor and gained power during a period of mass rebellion after emerging from the northwest to beat other contenders for the throne.

Detailed explanation-2: -The Sui dynasty’s territories were carved into a handful of short-lived states by its officials, generals, and agrarian rebel leaders. A process of elimination and annexation followed that ultimately culminated in the consolidation of the Tang dynasty by the former Sui general Li Yuan.

Detailed explanation-3: -Fall of the Sui Dynasty (618)-Harsh Rule Led to Revolts There was a lot of discontent about the loss of life, the forced labor, and the heavy taxes. Heavy taxation and compulsory labor duties caused widespread revolts and a brief civil war. Emperor Yang was assassinated in 618 by his adviser, Yuwen Huaji.

Detailed explanation-4: -In 618, the people rebelled and the Sui Dynasty was overthrown. It was replaced by the Tang Dynasty. Despite being a short-lived dynasty, the Sui had many accomplishments. Emperor Wen set up a new central government for China.

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