How did Phoenician colonies prove valuable when the Assyrians attacked Phoenicia?

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Responses

The colonies sent soldiers.

The colonies sent soldiers.

The colonies were available for the Phoenicians to flee to.

The colonies were available for the Phoenicians to flee to.

The colonies sent money and supplies.

The colonies sent money and supplies.

The colonies migrated with the Phoenicians to a new area.

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The correct response is:

The colonies sent money and supplies.

Phoenician colonies provided valuable resources and support during times of attack, helping the mother city withstand external threats like the Assyrians.