Explain the meaning significance of this quote from your textbook: "In human history, the power of ideas is often more significant than the power...

1.Explain the meaning & significance of this quote from your textbook: "In human history, the power of ideas is often more significant than the power of empires."

2.What were the chief features of the Greek polis (city-state), and how did the major city-states of Athens and Sparta differ?

3.What were the main problems Rome faced during the last century of the Republic, and how were they ultimately resolved?

4. Explain Pax Romana, then explain some of the accomplishments of the "Five Good Emperors."