Question

35.
At its height, the Roman Empire stretched across Europe, the Middle East, and parts of North Africa. As it expanded, the empire absorbed and integrated diverse cultures; however, this growth caused weakened physical borders and cultural divides. The western regions of the empire gradually disintegrated due to invasions by the Vandals, Visigoths, and other Germanic tribes.
Which concept is BEST exemplified in the passage?

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cultural convergence

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cultural diffusion

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cultural divergence

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multiculturalism

Answer 1

cultural diffusion

Reason: The passage describes the spread and integration of cultural practices across regions as the Roman Empire expanded — a clear example of cultural diffusion.