Israel I think because it is the Jewish homeland
The economy of Ancient Athens was one of the most thriving in the Ancient World, due mostly to the fact that a great deal of Athens' wealth came from trade--both domestic and foreign trade--which greatly enriched the empire.
A. they follow around cows and eat their milk and meat. make clothes out of their skin.
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Soviet Union and the United States
D. nut: ensured good harvests is correct