Which statements correctly describe political, social, or cultural changes that took place in Rome during the early empire? Choose all answers that are correct.

A. decline in prosperity and political influence abroad

B. duty to pay taxes and serve in the army for citizens

C. new buildings and temples, many made of marble

D. many wars within the empire and with foreign powers

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Read the excerpt from gilgamesh: a new english version. gilgamesh said, "courage, dear brother, this is no time to give in to fear. we have come so far, across so many mountains, and our journey is about to reach its goal. you were raised in the wild, with your own hands you have killed marauding lions and wolves, you are brave, your heart has been tested in combat. though your arms feel weak now and your legs tremble, you are a warrior, you know what to do.” what characteristics of an epic hero does gilgamesh demonstrate in this excerpt? check all that apply. leadership courage honesty triumph in battle compelling speech