Which Factor Most Contributed to the Development of "Pax Romana

question 51

Multiple Choice

Which factor most contributed to the development of "pax romana"?

• A) thousands of miles of well-built roads
• B) Roman military might
• C) the growth of commerce
• D) the leadership of rulers like Augustus
• E) all of the above

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