Question

Even though some famines are caused by natural disasters such as drought, other famines are human-made. Research to find one famine that was caused or worsened by something other than a natural occurrence. Discuss what caused people to starve during this time and who was responsible. Provide at least two ways that governments can prepare to meet the needs of their people during a time of no rain.

Answer 1

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.