Question: User: The people are Idolaters; and since they were conquered by the Great Kaan they use paper money. Both men and women are fair and comely, and for the most part clothe themselves in silk, so vast is the supply of the material, both from the whole district of Kinsay, and from the imports by traders from other provinces. And you must know they eat every kind of flesh, even that of dogs and other unclean beasts, which nothing would induce a Christian to eat.
Since the Great Kaan occupied the city he has ordained that each of the 12,000 bridges should be provided with a guard of ten men, in case of any disturbance, or any being so rash as to plot treason or insurrection against him. Each guard is provided with a hollow instrument of wood and with a metal basin, and with a time-keeper to enable them to know the hour of the day or night. And so when one hour of the night is past the sentry strikes one on the wooden instrument and on the basin, so that the whole quarter of the city is made aware that one hour of the night is gone. At the second hour he gives two strokes, and so on, keping always wide awake and on the look out. In the morning again, from the sunrise, they begin to count anew, and strike one hour as they did in the night, and so on hour after hour.
The Glories of Kinsay [Hangchow], Marco Polo. c. 1300
According to Marco Polo, Kinsay was governed with an emphasis on which of the following?
a
Isolationism
b
A strong economy
c
Cultural homogeneity
d
Reinforced security
1. **State the problem:** Determine which aspect of governance Marco Polo emphasizes in his description of Kinsay.
2. **Analyze the passage:**
- The passage mentions the use of paper money and abundant silk, indicating economic activity.
- It also describes a detailed security system: 12,000 bridges each guarded by 10 men, with instruments to signal the passing hours, showing vigilance and control.
3. **Interpretation:**
- While economic elements are present, the detailed description of guards, their equipment, and their duties highlights a focus on maintaining order and preventing insurrection.
4. **Conclusion:**
- The emphasis is on **reinforced security** to maintain control over the city.
**Final answer:** d Reinforced security