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How did people during the Zhou Dynasty perceive natural disasters such as floods or famine?

A) They believed it indicated the rulers were not following the Mandate of Heaven.

B) They thought it meant that God was angry and sending punishment.

C) They believed it meant the dynasty would continue to rule with great success.

D) They thought it indicated the end of times and that they should prepare for death.

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Its option A-

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The people of the Zhou Dynasty perceived natural disasters to be A) Indicative of their rulers not following the Mandate of Heaven. They believed that if the ruler was not being virtuous and right, that they would be punished. As a result, they often led revolts against the ruler who brought the floods and famine upon them.
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