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Describe the social structure of ancient Chinese civilization.
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Solution
The wealthy people, merchants, crafters, farmers, and slaves followed the emperor in social rank. Socially, soldiers were special. People feared and respected them. Clans respected their forefathers and elders. The family was tight.
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