Which of the following was the most common pattern to Roman expansion?

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The desire to acquire buffer zones protecting them from attack by enemies was the most common pattern to Roman expansion. Rome sought to create a buffer zone of allies and subject territories around its borders to protect against attacks by its enemies. This pattern can be seen in the Roman conquest of Italy, the Punic Wars against Carthage, and the conquest of Greece and the Hellenistic kingdoms. The other choices (A, B, D, and E) do not accurately reflect the common pattern of Roman expansion.

Which of the Following Was the Most Common Pattern to Roman