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Set 5: Cross-Text Connections

Explanation

Answer: A

PASSAGE

Text 1 The Pax Romana was a long period of relative peace and stability across the Roman Empire. It facilitated trade, communication, and cultural exchange on an unprecedented scale. Text 2 This 'peace' was maintained through military dominance. The Roman legions brutally suppressed rebellions, ensuring compliance through fear. For the conquered peoples, the Pax Romana was often a Pax by the Sword.

How does Text 2 qualify the nature of the peace described in Text 1?

A. It reveals that the stability was enforced through coercion rather than mutual consent.✓ Correct
B. It denies that there was any peace.
C. It says the army was weak.
D. It argues that trade stopped.

Detailed Explanation

Text 1: Peace/Stability. Text 2: Maintained by dominance/Brutally suppressed. Qualification: Enforced peace (Coercion).

Key Evidence:

• "maintained through military dominance"

• "brutally suppressed"

• "Pax by the Sword"

Why others are wrong: B (Acknowledges 'peace' but critiques method.), C (Dominance.), D (Facilitated trade.).

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