Question 1 of 5 Qin Shi Huang united China by: O A. awarding government positions based on merit. B. replacing strict laws with less harsh laws. C. giving government jobs to members of rich families. O D. shutting down the unpopular Silk Road.

How did the boston massacre contribute to the writing of the declaration of independence? a. many colonists began to see the british government as a source of protection. b. many colonists began to see the british government as a supporter of free speech. c. many colonists began to oppose the british government's building of forts on the frontier. d. many colonists began to fear the british government's harsh actions toward the colonies.