Answer:
(A) Herod.
Explanation:
Herodian dynasty as a close and loyal ally to the Romans, Herod extended his rule as far as Arabia, created ambitious projects of construction across Judea, including the expansion of the Second Temple in Jerusalem. The Herodian kingdom under Herod experienced a period of growth and expansion.
Growing interest in music and art
India, Persia and central Asian empires all played key intermediaries in the Silk Road as China and Rome didn't have a direct relationship during the Classical age.
I'm not terrific at history, but I believe it was because the Americans were fresh troops and they weren't worn down by years of trench warfare.