1. Safavid shahs did all of the following EXCEPT
A. follow Roman laws.
B. be more available to their subjects.
C. seize landed estates.
D. appoint officials based on merit.
3. Trade goods in the Safavid empire were carried on a road system that was
A. traveled by ox-cart.
B. made of brick.
C. in excellent condition.
D. fairly safe and enhanced with rest stops.
4. Paintings by Riza-i-Abbasi were characterized by all of the following EXCEPT
A. simple subjects.
B. soft colors.
C. flowing movements.
D. religious themes.