Question

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.

Answer 1

The answer is C

C: it’s location along the Mediterranean Sea helped Athens develop a prosperous economy based on agriculture.

Answer 2

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.