Roman civilization emerged around the sixth century BC. At the height of (1)___power, the Roman Empire ruled over a huge chunk of (2)___, and all the present-day Mediterranean countries (3)___part of ancient Rome. Early Rome was (4)___by kings, but later, the people took control over their own city and ruled (5)___. They introduced a council known as the Senate which ruled over them. From this point, Rome was referred to as the Roman Republic.
Select the most appropriate option for blank number 1.

Options

A. one's
B. its
C. his
D. their

Answer

B