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The construction of the Great Wall of China brought significant advantages to its people, particularly those residing in border areas. A letter from Chao Cuo, dating back to 169 BCE, highlights how these regions were safeguarded by well-fortified walled cities. With defenses like high walls, deep moats, and weaponry, these protections were crucial against barbarian invasions such as those from the Xiongnu. Therefore, the benefits of increased security and stability for the Chinese populace far outweighed the costs of building this monumental structure.
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Write a Body Paragraph • For each piece of evidence used in your writing, clearly state your reasoning. • Over-Arching Argument: The benefits of building the Great Wall of China outweighed the costs. • Claim 1: The Great Wall of China was of extreme benefit to the Chinese people living in the border areas. • Evidence: According to a letter written by Chao Cuo in 169 BCE, people living in border areas lived in walled cities “well protected by high walls, deep moats, catapults, and thorns” (Doc. B). • Reasoning: Without walled cities, the Chinese people might have been easily attacked by barbarians like the Xiongnu.
