Which of the following is not a reason for the Romans' drive for the expansion and acquisition of new territory?

Question

A. A growing population base
B. The need for land grants for the plebeians
C. A noncompetitive ethic among the patricians
D. The patricians' need to acquire more property to give to their sons

Answer 1

C. A noncompetitive ethic among the patricians

This option does not align with the historical context of Roman expansion. The patricians were often very competitive and driven by the desire for wealth and power, which fueled their motivation for territorial expansion. The other options relate more directly to the factors that drove Rome's expansion during its history.