What was the greatest factor leading to the fall of the Qin dynasty?
A. A power grab by members of the emperor’s family
B. The rise of factionalism and growing resentment for Qin Shi Huangdi's policies
C. A military coup within the emperor’s army
D. The frustration among Legalists and Daoists with the emperor’s censorship program
E. The emperor’s inability to deal with the crisis caused by the Yellow River flood
Answer: B
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