Why was it important that civil service positions were not hereditary?

Question

An engaging image that visually represents a variety of themes relating to civil service, historical dynasties, important goods, and societal organization. The image is without text and consists of four parts, correlating to four distinct topics: 1. A visually appealing representation of a diverse group of people in official attire, illustrating the concept of civil service in a non-hereditary setting. 2. An art piece reminiscent of ancient Chinese dynasties, undefined by specifics. 3. Iron and salt in an old world setting, hinting significance of these resources in Chinese history. 4. An abstract depiction of societal structures and bureaucracy.

Why was it important that civil service positions were not hereditary?

A.
so officials would be well-qualified

B.
so officials would be diverse

C.
so officials would not all know each other

D.
so officials would be well-traveled

2.The form of art shown here was developed during what dynasty?

A.
Han

B.
Shang

C.
Zhou

D.
Qin

3.Under the Han, iron and salt were so important that 1: It was forbidden to trade them outside of China 2:Only wealthy merchants were allowed to produce them 3:production of these goods was made a state monopoly 4:only the emperor and his family were allowed to own them

4.Which phrase replaces the question mark in the diagram?

A.
competition for wealth

B.
order and stability

C.
people are basically evil

D.
development of bureaucracy

Answer 1

oop I messed up

1.C
2.C
3. It was forbidden to trade them outside of China
4.A

Answer 2