Eating, drinking, sexual behavior, temperature control, and sleeping are most strongly influenced by the

Hypothalamus

Explanation:

Most of these behaviors are related to a person's hormones. Hormones are influenced by the Hypothalamus. This is a tiny part at the base of the brain close to the pituitary gland. The hypothalamus is in charge of releasing hormones, regulating body temperatures, controlling appetite, sexual behavior, and regulating emotional responses. Which falls in perfectly with all the behaviors in the question.

buying socks and buying shoes are independent events.

the aksumite empire was an ancient kingdom located in what is now northern ethiopia from the period of 100 ad to 940 ad. its capital was the city of aksum. the kingdom established itself as one of the 4 great powers at its time, along with persia, rome, and china.

the kingdom was rich in goods like gold, iron, and salt. it established strong commercial ties with the regions governed by rome, egypt, and persia (arabia). aksum was a key location in this commercial network. trade was also facilitated with the introduction of the aksumite currency.