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How did the Roman Empire become the greatest in the world?
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Selected claim, opposing its parent
The Roman Empire succeeded because it was
wealthier
and more powerful than any other territory.
Pros
Cons
Pro claim 1
The Romans were able to afford the best weapons for their army.
Pro claim 2, children below
Many territories wanted to partner with the Roman Empire because they could trade all kinds of goods with the empire.
Con claim 1, children below
The Romans had not always been wealthy. Their wealth came from the vast territories they were able to conquer with their powerful army.
Con claim 2
There were other empires at the time, such as those of Carthage and Egypt, that also had great power.