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Early Civilizations
River valleys
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History
10th Grade
04/08/2008

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Early civilizations developed in or near what?
Definition
River valleys or rivers
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Why did early civilizations develop near rivers?
Definition
Annual flooding provided fertile soil. Rivers were also used for transportation, irrigation, sources of food, and water.
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What area of the world and river did Egypt develop near?
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Northeast Africa near the Nile.

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What area of the world and rivers did the Mesopotamian civilizations near?
Definition
Middle east near the Tigris and Euphrates rivers.
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What architectural style is Egypt noted for?
Definition
Pyramids
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