The answer is most likely C
As far as I can remember that was the issue.
It means that the Romans were lazy , but on the other hand, "soft belly" also means having a harsh time or problems. During this time, The Romans become lazy and that was one of the reasons for the fall of Rome.
Well since George Washington WAS the first president of USA and untrodden ground means “not having been walk on” the answer is A. Becoming the first president of united states
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