Question

Why did the Greek historian Herodotus call Egypt "the gift of the Nile"?

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a. The Nile provided water.
b. The Nile was an abundant source of precious stones.
c. The Nile gave the Egyptians more access to trade.
d. The Nile deposited fertile soil.

Answer 1

Answer by Mimiwhatsup: d. The Nile deposited fertile soil.

Why by Mimiwhatsup: When the water had flooded the waters receded, they left behind precious fertile soil known as 'The Gift of the Nile'.