Question

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What did the government of ancient China do to enforce their monopoly on silk?

They only allowed a few specific Roman merchants to buy silk.

They made it a crime to export silkworms as well as their eggs.

They sold it at a low price that no one else could compete with.

They manufactured the silk in hidden locations.

Answer 1

The correct answer is C

Step-by-step explanation:

When the Chinese discovered the secret to creating silk, they held the monopoly on silk production worldwide. The industry was such a boon to Chinese trade that an imperial decree was issued which condemned to death anyone who attempted to sneak silkworms or eggs out of the empire.

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Answer 2

C is the correct answer