<span>Mexico has been heavily influenced by Spanish and American
cultures.  During the conquest of Mexico
by the Spanish, they introduced the Roman Catholic faith and   Western education and many of Mexican customs
and tradition such as mariachi and festivals were part of Spain’s influence.  During the Mexican-American War, the U.S. won
and acquired territories from Mexico. 
Many Mexicans became citizens of the United States and brought their
cultures to America such like food, festivities and other cultural traits.
Americans also influenced Mexican culture with better education as well as
opportunities in business and careers to name a few. </span>
        
             
        
        
        
The answer is A, C, and D
A. The bodies of water offered opportunities for easy travel - True, They have the Mediterranean and the Black sea
B. The location made it easier to defend the empire - Not true, no data to support it. Usually the empires that are easiest to defend are those that surrounded by mountains and hills
C. The location provided opportunities to trade with Europe, China , And Africa 0 True, Byzantium exactly located in the crossroad of Europe, Asia, And Africa
D.location provided the opportunity to control the movements all around the territory - True, Again they were located exactly in the middle of the crossroad between Asia, Europe, and Africa
        
                    
             
        
        
        
Divine right should be the answer