Question

read the text. between the years 300 bce and 300 ce, two great empires arose: one surrounding the mediterranean sea, the other in china. the rulers of chinas han dynasty extended their power to unite much of what is todays china. the han created a strong military and expanded trade with far - off peoples over the silk road. similarly, the romans extended their reach from rome, in what is today italy, throughout the area surrounding the mediterranean sea in europe and africa. the romans likewise relied on a strong military as they occupied new lands and brought the residents they conquered into the roman empire. both empires built many miles of new roads and structures to transport water (canals and aqueducts). finally, both powerfully influenced the cultures that followed them. which organizational structure does this text primarily use? compare - contrast problem - solution sequential

Explanation:

The text discusses two empires (Han dynasty and Roman Empire), highlighting their similar actions like expanding power, using military, building infrastructure, and influencing cultures. It focuses on comparing and contrasting their characteristics and actions. "Problem - solution" would involve a problem and its solution, which is not present here. "Sequential" would be about a sequence of events in order, but this text is about comparing two entities, not a sequence.

Answer:

compare - contrast