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I can't answer 13, but 14 is silk, ancient China kept secret the way to make silk because (15) it gave them an advantage in trade (the silk road) because other countries would trade their goods for silk since china wouldn't tell them how to make it. Hope this helps!
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Festivals were also held in ancient Rome in response to particular events, or for a particular purpose such as to propitiate or show gratitude toward the gods. The rituals consisted of festivals, offerings (often of food or wine), and animal sacrifices. These rituals had to be carried out regularly and correctly in order to retain the favor of the gods towards the state, household, or individual.
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Although proceedings were delayed due to the bombing of Iraq, on the passage of H. Res. 611, Clinton was impeached by the House of Representatives on December 19, 1998, on grounds of perjury to a grand jury (first article, 228–206) and obstruction of justice (third article, 221–212).
Charges: Perjury (2), obstruction of justice, abuse of power
Accused: Bill Clinton, President of the United States
Outcome: Acquitted by the U.S. Senate, remained in office
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Choice D
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The arid Great Basin limited farming opportunities close to major waterways, making permanent settlements undesirable.