Multiple choice What led to economic instability during the Han period? The government pushed too many people to run for office. The government spent too much money on silk. The government could not tax large areas of land. The government created a new system called a republic. Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself C Correct answer Explanation During the Han Dynasty, large landowners often used their influence to avoid taxes, which deprived the government of revenue and led to economic instability.