Incorrectly implies that it is an insignificant blip
The answer to number 1 would be choice A, to help settle international disputes. The answer to number 2 would be choice D, to bring the war in the pacific to a swift end.
I believe the answer is: Family finances and household affairs
In the tang and Song society, the women role were even more traditional compared to traditional western countries. They can only have their say regarding the operation of the household , such as budget for daily shoppings, taking care of kids, and educating the kids.
He went to hajj because he wanted to make stronger relationships with Saudi Arabia