AP World Historyhardmcq1 pt

The Tributary System in East Asia involved:

A.Foreign states acknowledging Chinese superiority and offering tribute in exchange for trade privileges

B.Military conquest of neighboring territories

C.Economic unions between equal partners

D.Equal diplomatic relations between states

Explanation

Core Concept

The tributary system was a framework for foreign relations in which neighboring states acknowledged Chinese cultural and political superiority by sending tribute, in return receiving trade privileges and political legitimacy.

Correct Answer

AForeign states acknowledging Chinese superiority and offering tribute in exchange for trade privileges

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