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The answer is D. because it common sense, use eliminate process. Cross out which one don't makes sense. My teachers taught us that.
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Ancient Greek-citizen soldiers who fought together in a phalanx were called Hoplites.
Hoplites were not professional soldiers but they comprised the bulk of ancient Greek armies of the time. They were mostly represented by free citizens such as propertied farmers and artisans who could afford the weapons and armors. Hoplites were primarily armed with shields and spears and often utilized the phalanx formation as an effective war strategy especially when battling with fewer soldiers.
The illustration below shows an example of a phalanx formation (Source: http://www.ancientgreekbattles.net/Pics/669505_PhalArgos.jpg).
Answer:
An empire at peace, with many colonies, has resources to support a wealthy, educated population
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Explanation:
Imperial stability, that is a power that successfully manages colonies, leads to more wealth for a nation. More wealth brings peace and stability, at the time of peace, scholars shall be at peace to gain more knowledge and hence the rise of scholarship.
A good example is the 'golden age' of the sighted Gupta empire, Chandragupta expanded his territory as an imperialist which saw his empire stabilize, with peace and wealth, this in turn led to the emergence of a number of scholars such as Kalidasa, the greatest poet of sanskrit during her time.