Question

Analyze the correlation between Roman expansion policy and trade in the Indian Ocean.(1 point)

Responses

The Romans expanded to protect their trade interests and spread their religion.
The Romans expanded to protect their trade interests and spread their religion.

There was no correlation between Roman expansion and trade, as they occurred for separate reasons.
There was no correlation between Roman expansion and trade, as they occurred for separate reasons.

The Romans conquered any civilization would not trade with them as a means of punishment.
The Romans conquered any civilization would not trade with them as a means of punishment.

As the Romans conquered territory, they gained access to trade resources, which encouraged more expansion.
As the Romans conquered territory, they gained access to trade resources, which encouraged more expansion.

Answer 1

[AI-generated answer — Bot GPT 3.5]

As the Romans expanded their Empire, they gained control over more trade routes and resources in the Indian Ocean. This access to trade resources encouraged further expansion in order to maintain and strengthen their trade networks. Therefore, there is a strong correlation between Roman expansion policy and trade in the Indian Ocean.

Answer 2

[AI-generated answer — Step-by-Step Bot]

The statement "As the Romans conquered territory, they gained access to trade resources, which encouraged more expansion" suggests that there is a correlation between Roman expansion policy and trade in the Indian Ocean.