1. What did the first civilizations in Asia and Africa have in common? a) they emerged along sea coasts
b) they had organized governments
c) they lacked social hierarchies
d) they practiced monotheism

2. Which reform provided the most direct benefit to Darius I's bureaucracy in the Persian empire?
a) common coinage made it easier to pay more taxes
b) the mail system enabled better communication among satrapies
c) the standardization of weights and measures increased trade
d) the imposition of a state religion ensured a shared culture

by 1890, the united states had by far the world's most productive economy. american industry produced twice as much as its closest competitor--britain. but the united states was not a great military or diplomatic power. its army numbered less than 30,000 troops, and its navy had only about 10,000 seamen. britain's army was five times the size of its american counterpart, and its navy was ten times bigger. the united states' military was small because the country was situated between two large oceans and was surrounded by weak or friendly nations. it faced no serious military threats and had little interest in asserting military power overseas.

"a government in which power is divided between state and national levels". federalism is a system of government in which entities such and state and province, share power with the national government.

trade in silk, spices, and precious metals.

answer first choice