What impact did location likely have on competing claims to the Holy Land? A. The region is fairly isolated, making it a defensible strategic position.

B. The landscape is fertile and well suited to agriculture, with a mild climate favorable to many
people.

C. The area sits on the intersection of three continents, making it desirable for trade and
conquest.

D. The abundant natural resources support a variety of economic activities that promise
advantages in trade.

2points which excerpt from thomas paine's common sense best represents an attempt to appeal to ethos to persuade the reader? a. the infant state of the colonies, as it is called, so far from being against, is an argument in favor of independence. b. to talk of friendship with those in whom our reason forbids us to have faith is madness and folly. o c. oye that love mankind! ye that dare oppose, not only the tyranny, but the tyrant, stand forth! o d. i am not induced by motives of pride, party, or resentment to espouse the doctrine of separation and independence..