<span>C. the provision for an orderly succession to the throne prevented civil wars
Like any other empire and kingdom in the ancient times, the Byzantine empire's throne succession is chaotic. Constant revolts, plots, and assassination attempt to overtake the thro</span><span>ne and the unorderly provision in the succession always been a problem to the empire</span>.
The passage above highlights the irony that is implicit in a social life. While society pushes its members into conventions and conformity, it's risky behavior that correlates with success. The passage above acknowledges that Tom's misbehavior is linked to his heroism. His socially deviant behavior will either lead him to a death sentence or the presidency.
