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What role did geography play in the development of Athens as a dominant power among the city-states of ancient Greece?

A.
Its location along the Aegean Sea helped Athens establish a powerful navy and booming trade.
B.
The mountainous terrain helped the Athenians defend their city from foreign invasion.
C.
Its location along the Mediterranean Sea helped Athens develop a prosperous economy based on agriculture.
D.
The mountainous terrain helped the Athenians invade other city-states and establish colonies.

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The answer is C

C: it’s location along the Mediterranean Sea helped Athens develop a prosperous economy based on agriculture.
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Its location along the Aegean Sea helped Athens establish a powerful navy and booming trade.

Reason;

it was located on the southeastern side of Greece near sparta.

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