From which two provinces of the mainland did most Han settlers of Qing Taiwan come?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Fujian and Guangdong
- Step 1: Settlers crossed the strait from the south-eastern coast. Step 2. The Hoklo came mostly from Fujian and the Hakka from Guangdong and Fujian. Answer: Fujian and Guangdong. Why not the others: The other provinces are far from the strait.
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