Question

Why was the development of an alphabet an important advancement for the Phoenician civilization? Check all that apply.

It allowed people across the empire to communicate in writing.
It allowed Phoenicians to read Sumerian text.
It was the first known alphabet-based writing system.
It was used as a foundation for the Greek writing system.
It formed the basis for all writing systems that followed.

Answer 1

A, C, D

Step-by-step explanation:

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Answer 2

The correct answer(s) on edg. would be:

A.) it allowed people across the empire to communicate in writing

C.) It was the first known alphabet-based writing system

and D.) It was used as a foundation for the Greek writing system :)