Question

Help! Mesopotamia translates to "the land between two rivers" - the Tigris and the Euphrates. Why was this location crucial to the development of a civilization? A: The rich soil and the proximity to fresh water created a natural area for crop irrigation. B: The nomadic tribes settled in the area after migrating from Africa. C: The Egyptians had left structures the Mesopotamians could use for housing. D: They were close to the ocean which provided an abundant food source.

Answer 1

The best answer is this one: The rich soil and the proximity to fresh water created a natural area for crop irrigation.

The area of Mesopotamia and neighboring areas is generally quite dry, which does not allow to cultivate too many crops, but the areas around the river are an exception to this.

Answer 2

A) The rich soil and the proximity to fresh water created a natural area for crop irrigation.

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