The trail of tears was caused because the American settlers had been pressuring the federal government to remove Indians, mostly Cherokee and Chickasaw tribes, from the Southeast. Many settlers were settling on or around Indian lands, while others wanted more land to be available to European settlers. So, the correct answer would be A.
Boosted economic prosperity through expansion of trade especially due to the rapid expansion and development of the 7000 mile silk road. The building of this road ensured that trade in farm produce developed a great deal.
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I would think because in a way we can identify with Ahsoka rather than with ancient rulers. She lives in a time where technology is ahead of it's time but the world still has problems just like today. People tend to be interested in people like them and going through similar experiences and problems.