Question

How did the geography of the Italian Peninsula make the region important for trade?

A It was protected by large mountain ranges that were difficult to cross.
B It was connected to the Arabian Peninsula by a land route.
C It was located on the southern end of Europe.
D It was bordered by water on three sides.

Answer 1

It was bordered by water on three sides.

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Answer 2

Im going to say D

Step-by-step explanation:

Rome's location on the Italian peninsula, and the Tiber River, provided access to trade routes on the Mediterranean Sea. As a result, trade was an important part of life in ancient Rome. ... Later, the Roman armies used these same routes to conquer large amounts of territory and expand the empire along the Mediterranean.

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