Question

The family of Jin Huo, a farmer living during the Han Dynasty, has cultivated the same patch of land for many decades. Suddenly, Huo and his family are being forced off their land. Huo is a good Confucian and wants to do his part for the good of his society, but he also has an obligation to support his family. What is the most likely cause of Jin Huo’s dilemma?

Answer 1

Answer:

A wealthy landowner wants to combine Jin Hou’s farm with his own.

Explanation:

Not only were farmers heavily taxed during the Han Dynasty—they were constantly fighting to keep their land out of the hands of the wealthier landowners, who had more influence in the government.