According to Map 16

Multiple Choice

According to Map 16.1, "The Fifteenth-Century Afroeurasian Trading World," what evidence exists to suggest that Zheng He intended to impose Ming dominance over trade?

A) His route covered an enormous distance.
B) His route mimicked those of predominant Indian Ocean trade routes.
C) His route showed he sought to trade in a wide variety of goods.
D) His route showed he was careful to avoid contact with such maritime powers as the Portuguese.