On the British ships the conditions were horrible. there was a lack of supplies and food and sailors feared they could die.
The only example of a historical argument would be "<span>B.The Roman Empire traded with Han China because Chinese silk had been found in early Roman cities," since this would require some evidence in order to be convincing. The other options are either questions on basic facts. </span>
<span>Israel's response to the Midianite's severe oppression was that they build dens in mountains, caves, and strongholds.
Dens is used by the Israelis in order to stock up supplies that help them to sustain their living and the strongholds is made in order to defend against millitary agresssions.</span>
