The expansion of the Chinese and Russian empires into the steppe lands of central Asia led to what result for the nomadic peoples native to this vast area?
a. The political independence and economic prosperity of nomadic peoples came to an end.
b. The local religious customs and languages were completely erased.
c. A brief economic boom ensued, which encouraged many nomads to move to cities and buy houses.
d. They felt little impact; as long as they paid tribute, the nomadic peoples were mostly left alone.
Answer: a. The political independence and economic prosperity of nomadic peoples came to an end.
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