What was an advantage of Constantinople's location?

A. It lay near the geographic center of the Western Roman Empire.

B. It did not need to build any defenses against an attack from the sea.

C. It was situated on an important natural seafaring trade route.

D. It was close to the natural resources of Spain, Gaul, and Britain.

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Amya Heath

1 February, 10:47

What was an advantage of Constantinople's location?

A. It lay near the geographic center of the Western Roman Empire.

B. It did not need to build any defenses against an attack from the sea.

C. It was situated on an important natural seafaring trade route.

D. It was close to the natural resources of Spain, Gaul, and Britain.

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Brogan · Answer 1

Answer: C

Explanation:

It was farther from the Germanic invasions of the western empire - it had access to trade routes which led to the growth of the empire - It straddled the continents of Europe and Asia - It was easily fortified on a peninsula with a natural harbor.