Use the drop-down menu to complete the sentence.(1 point)
Zhou rulers claimed that they had won the Mandate of Heaven because they
had the support of the gods and possessed superior leadership skills.
were just and virtuous leaders.
had established a just and fair rule.
To complete the sentence using a drop-down menu, we need to find an option that explains why the Zhou rulers claimed they had won the Mandate of Heaven. Here are some possible options:
A) had military superiority
B) had support from neighboring kingdoms
C) had established a just and fair rule
D) had divine blessings
Based on historical knowledge, the correct option would be C) had established a just and fair rule. The Mandate of Heaven was a concept in ancient China that legitimized a ruler's authority by claiming that their rule was justified and righteous.