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7th grade social studies unit 6 quiz #1
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how has the nile river impacted the development of egypt?
○ the nile river creates a natural border between egypt and ethiopia.
○ the nile river creates harsh seasonal changes in egypt.
○ the arid climate of egypt is created by the nile river.
○ the regions fertile farmland led to the creation of major cities along the nile river.

Explanation:

• The Nile's annual floods deposited nutrient-rich silt, creating fertile farmland. This reliable agriculture supported large populations, leading to the growth of major cities and the development of ancient Egyptian civilization.
• The other options are incorrect: the Nile does not form a border with Ethiopia in a way that drove Egypt's development; its seasonal floods were beneficial, not harsh; Egypt's arid climate is a result of its geographic location, not the Nile.

Answer:

D. The region's fertile farmland led to the creation of major cities along the Nile River.