Question

The Roman Republic expanded its territory through strong leadership and a well-organized army. As Rome conquered new lands, it built roads and shared its laws, culture, and language. The republic’s success depended on its ability to unite different peoples under Roman rule. However, this growth also created challenges in managing such a large territory.

Which statement best summarizes how the Roman Republic expanded and changed over time?
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A. The Republic grew stronger and more unified as it conquered new lands but faced difficulties managing them.
B. The Republic avoided expansion to focus only on trade.
C. The Republic grew by forcing people to become Roman citizens without offering any benefits.
D. The Republic expanded peacefully without ever using its army.

Answer 1

A. The Republic grew stronger and more unified as it conquered new lands but faced difficulties managing them.

This matches the passage: Rome expanded through military conquest, built infrastructure and spread laws/culture to unite peoples, but managing a large territory created challenges.