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Civilisation is based on a surplus of food, which is generated by growing a plentitude of crops. Crops need water, and so do humans and animals they domesticate.

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Where do early civilizations tend to flourish?

In a pocket of fertile land, with a river for fresh water supply, and access to the sea for fishing.


What did early civilizations develop to produce for their families?

Early civilizations developed agriculture to produce food for their families. This involved cultivating crops such as wheat, barley, and rice, as well as domesticating animals for meat, milk, and labor. They also developed techniques for irrigation to ensure a steady supply of water for their crops.


How did conditions in some river valleys favor the rise of early civilizations?

The river valleys favored the rise of early civilizations because the rivers provided a continuous supply of water for farming and human consumption.


What resources did early civilizations settle near?

Usually a water source.


Why did the early civilizations rise in river valleys?

easy acces for water


Which factor influenced the development of ancient civilizations along the river valleys?

Their fertility and water supply.


Why did early civilizations form around river valleys?

because they needed water


Why did early civilizations develop near a water supply?

Civilisation needs a surplus of food as a precursor. Arable land and plentiful water gives a surplus.


Where did most ancient civilizations build there civilizations and why?

Most ancient civilizations built their societies around rivers (ex: Tigris, Euphrates, Yellow, Nile). They did this because rivers are fresh water and supply water to drink as well as for irrigation (agriculture). Food and water supplies are a must for a civilization!


What body of water isolated early American civilizations from Europe?

Atlantic ocean


The development of early civilization usually depended upon what?

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Why did civilizations of the fertile crescent settle near rivers?

For a reliable supply of water, the fertile soil of the valleys for food production, and water transport..