Which of the Following Is a Valid Political Similarity Between

question 5

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a valid political similarity between Alexander's successor states and those of Egypt and Southwest Asia in the period from 1400 BCE to 1200 BCE?

• A) Large regional states engaged in nearly constant warfare to secure more land and resources.
• B) States were short-lived and did not have long-lasting impact in the region.
• C) Modest-sized states were formed that could be better regulated.
• D) Relatively stable states engaged in diplomacy and treaty-making instead of warfare.

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