What passage in Vietnamese history might have been instructive to the French and United States as they attempted to conquer Vietnam?
(A) The majority of Vietnamese literature and art depicted Vietnam's history and mocked foreign influences.
(B) Vietnam had maintained its distinct Vietnamese identity despite centuries of Chinese rule.
(C) Vietnam's war of independence against China and the Mongols lasted 1,000 years in order to achieve freedom.
(D) The Vietnamese constantly invaded and defeated their neighbors including China.
(E) Vietnam had conquered and ruled its neighbors.
Answer: B