The second session of the prefectural examination tested miscellaneous essays, and the topic was, once again, within the scope of Zhao Jing's predictions. He already had an essay prepared in his mind and wrote it down smoothly.
Then came the final session of the examination. It would last for two days and consisted of five policy essays.
Unlike the previous two sessions, which emphasized memorization and literary composition, this one focused on testing the candidates' insights and analytical abilities regarding historical events, politics, law, and current affairs.
This session was also the most difficult part of the entire prefectural examination.
Let's look at the questions set by the Lord Prefect:
First: On Li Guangcheng's ignorance of the principles of complexity and simplicity in military governance.
Second: And in one's prime, to learn.
Third: To be in distress and poverty, yet not despondent.
Fourth, ...
Fifth, ...
