Benjamin franklin's aphorisms in poor richard's almanac serve to a. guide people on how to live a good life. b. instruct people on how to plant crops. c. reprimand people for their mistakes. d. direct people to various locations.

If the imperial dynasty had continued to rule china, it is most likely that a) the economy would have improved rather than weakened b) european nations would have gotten more of a foothold in china c) revolutionary groups would not have gained any power in the country d) communism would not have received support among the poor