What is a biblical perspective on man's ability to secure lasting peace by his own efforts?

Match the following: 1. empirical the belief that an idea should be evaluated based on how it works 2. fundamentalism knowledge based on observation and experiment rather than theory 3. obtrusive to intentionally force ideas or intrude on others 4. pragmatism not religious or spiritual in nature 5. secular a religious doctrine that emphasizes a return to rigid principles

(05.04 mc) how did the roman transportation system keep the empire strong? plz

Why do you think this exchange happened in a private meeting?