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Why Was The Great Wall Of China Constructed?

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The Jinshanling section of the Great Wall of China is shrouded in cloud.

Retry Correct Incorrect The Great Wall of China was built over centuries by various emperors to protect their land from outside invaders. The wall measures between 2,500 – 3,400 miles long. Contrary to popular belief, the Great Wall can’t be seen from outer space!

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Why Was The Great Wall Of China Constructed?

To protect Chinese territory from invaders
As a monument to Chinese emperors
As an offering to worshipped deities
As a show of power to the rest of the globe

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