Question

Select the correct answer. Read the following paragraph about the Terra-Cotta Army of Emperor Qin Shi Huang. Then answer the question that follows. The Terra-Cotta Army is one of the most enduring remnants of Classical Chinese civilization. The archaeological site is a World Heritage site and is in excellent condition even today. One of the most striking aspects of theses sculptures is their sheer number. Thousands of life-sized soldiers and horses stand on the site. Archaeologists and historians believe Emperor Qin ordered the sculpting of the Terra-Cotta Army to serve as a reminder that his forces triumphed over the warring states and helped him unite China. The Terra-Cotta Army was also created to protect the emperor in the afterlife. Which statement shows that Emperor Qin Shi Huang wanted to impress people with his power as a leader? A. Every statue of the soldiers differs in facial expressions, clothing, posture, hairstyle, and gestures. B. The terra-cotta army was made so well that it survived for thousands of years. C. The army was made of thousands of terra-cotta warriors in different battle positions with real-life weapons. D. Emperor Qin began work on this clay army as soon as he became emperor.

Answer 1

C. Thousands of warriors

Step-by-step explanation:

The number of warriors alone was staggering, but the fact that they were created in different battle positions with real weaponry would impress people