Chinese writing has maintained the civilization's unity through the centuries because ______________

A. ancient script is recognizably close to the characters used today and can be easily translated
B. written characters can be understood regardless of variations in spoken dialects
C. its use in calligraphy is a source of cultural pride
D. of a cultural emphasis on public literacy


Answer: B

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