Why does the text refer to the Chinese people as 'descendants of the Yellow Emperor' rather than simply stating their cultural affiliation?
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[Author's Purpose]
What role does the mention of pottery, rice cultivation, and silk production by 3000 BC play in the overall narrative structure?
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[Textual Function]
Given that Yu the Great was the eighth grandson of the Yellow Emperor, how does this genealogical detail contribute to the legitimacy of early dynastic rule?
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[Inference]
What is implied by the statement that the flood lasted for 'at least two generations'?
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[Inference]
How does the description of Tang gathering supporters who 'did not like Jie' serve the broader narrative of dynastic transition?
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[Author's Purpose]
What does the phrase 'conduct water to the sea' imply about Yu the Great’s approach compared to mere containment?
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[Vocabulary in Context]
Given the claim that the Xia Dynasty marked the beginning of class society and slavery, what might be inferred about social transformation during this period?
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[Inference]
What is the significance of noting that Tang was 'from the Kingdom of Shang' when introducing his rebellion?
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[Textual Function]
How does the repetition of 'according to legend' affect the reader's perception of historical reliability in the final sentence?
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[Author's Stance]
What can be reasonably inferred about the relationship between environmental control and political legitimacy in early Chinese state formation?