Question

Why was land around large rivers "attractive" locations for early civilizations? Choose all that apply.

[mark all correct answers]

a.
Animals come to the river, making hunting easier.

b.
Fertile land for crops due to flooding.

c.
Religious beliefs around the powers of water.

d.
Easy transportation of goods.

e.
Because the land further in was over populated.

Answer 1

B.

Step-by-step explanation:

they provided a steady supply of drinking water and game, made the land fertile for growing crops, and allowed for easy transportation.

Answer 2

a) Animals come to the river, making hunting easier.

b) Fertile land for crops due to flooding.

d) Easy transportation of goods.

Step-by-step explanation:

Locations near rivers were desirable for early civilizations because they ensured a supply of clean water and made the surrounding soil productive for food production. People in these societies also had access to abundant food thanks to the animals that flocked to the watering holes in search of food. A person who gets lost in the woods but is determined to find their way back to civilization can do it by following a river downstream, which is where most of the world's population resides.