A map shows the Roman empire in 117 CE, at its greatest extent. The empire covered most of western Europe, part of Great Britain, the Middle East, and the northern coast of Africa. Rome is located in what is now central Italy, near the coast of the Mediterranean Sea.
Use the map to answer the question.
How did geography help make Rome a site of encounter?
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Rome was difficult to travel to, so people from other civilizations left it alone and it developed in peace.
Rome was difficult to travel to, so people from other civilizations left it alone and it developed in peace.
The Mediterranean Sea helped it connect with civilizations in Europe, Asia, and Africa.
The Mediterranean Sea helped it connect with civilizations in Europe, Asia, and Africa.
Its location in Central Europe made it a focal point of migration and interaction on the continent.
Its location in Central Europe made it a focal point of migration and interaction on the continent.
The relatively level terrain of Europe made it easy for Romans to travel and trade across long distances.
The relatively level terrain of Europe made it easy for Romans to travel and trade across long distances.
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Correct response:
The Mediterranean Sea helped it connect with civilizations in Europe, Asia, and Africa.