Why was the Han dynasty considered a golden age for China A) there was growth in the arts and literature
B) people stopped following Confucian thought
C)trade took the place of teaching as a key profession
D)military spending created a new class of wealthy citizens

A) there was growth in the arts and literature

Explanation:

The Han dynasty is often referred to as the Golden age of China. During this period, the nation has been going through a period of peace and enlightenment, making great achievements in technology and art. The trade was starting to be well established which allowed the cross-cultural global exchange of China and various countries.

The strong accent was put on education and knowledge during this time. Literatur and poetry developed more and more – many famous ballads were written during this time and the gushi type of poetry (“ancient-style poems”) has been introduced. Philosophers were documenting loads of literature and historical work.

There is also evidence of many wonderful art pieces from jade, stone, wood, and metal, as the newly blossomed technology lets artists create stunning work. There is even a shade of pigment called “Han purple” that was developed during this time, and it is probably one of the earliest human-made pigments used.

the minoan civilization flourished in the middle bronze age on the island of crete located in the eastern mediterranean from c. 2000 bce until c. 1500 bce. with their unique art and architecture, and the spread of their ideas through contact with other cultures across the aegean, the minoans made a significant contribution to the development of western european civilization as it is known today. labyrinth-like palace complexes, vivid frescoes depicting scenes such as bull-leaping and processions, fine gold jewelry, elegant stone vases, and pottery with vibrant decorations of marine life are all particular features of minoan crete.  

so basically their unique way of ding arts, as well as architecture.