To govern means to a. rule b. watch over c. abide by d. run for office

(202 bc - 220 ad) dynasty started by lui bang; a great and long-lasting rule, it discarded the harsh policies of the qin dynasty and adopted confucian principles; han rulers chose officials who passed the civil service exams rather than birth; it was a time of prosperity

the mothers played a major role in confronting the government and ending the war.