Question

How did Mesopotamians fertile soil affect the growth of civilizations in the area

a it allowed their populations to grow quickly
b it kept them from contraction on another
c it protected them form foreign invasions
d it led them to enslave smaller civilizations

Answer 1

Mesopotamia's soil was uniquely fertile, which gave humans reason to settle in the region and begin farming. The answer is 2.

Step-by-step explanation:

As early as 5,800 B.C.E., people were living in the area known as the "Fertile Crescent" to take advantage of the rich soil. ... Mesopotamia's unique fertility allowed humans to settle in one place to farm.

Answer 2

a) it allowed their populations to grow quickly

The Mesopotamians were able to grow food easily with the soil causing their population to grow rapidly.