The Benevolent Monarchy Described in the Rites of Zhou

Multiple Choice

The benevolent monarchy described in the Rites of Zhou

A) endured in practice throughout the dynasty's long reign.
B) continued to grow in significance as the dynasty developed.
C) degenerated, in practice, into a fractious arrangement of despotic and exploitive local rulers.
D) reflected the enhancement of the intelligence and morality of the Zhou rulers.
E) in time, developed into a highly centralized structure.