1. what did han emperors do to keep the economy stable? 15 points plz me asap !

a.
stopped merchants from selling goods along the silk road

b.
bought grain, stored it, and resold it during times of low harvest

c.
introduced the first standardized coins

d.
refused to allow monopolies in any industries

2. the achievements of the shang dynasty include development of pictographs and the

a. ending of legalism

b. introduction of metal coins

c. development of bronze metalworking

d. establishment of the silk road

3. why did the ancient chinese make loud noises at festivals and during holiday celebrations?

a.
to show loyalty to the emperor

b.
to celebrate their blessings

c.
to awaken the spirits of their ancestors

d.
to chase away evil spirits

4.by what means did zhou rulers keep control over all the different regions of their kingdom?

a.
by keeping a strong army ready to put down any rebellion

b.
by treating the people with kindness and respect

c.
by starting a civil service based on the ideas of confucius

d.
by putting family members in charge of individual regions