When Ricci arrived in China, he first associated with Buddhist monks, but discovered that to make contact with important court officials who were close to the emperor, he would have to

a. shave his head.
b. grow a beard.
c. change his appearance and dress.
d. learn to speak Chinese.
e. present lavish and very rich gifts to the emperor.


c

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