GENERAL KNOWLEDGE

GK

WORLD HISTORY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Select one of the reasons the first civilizations developed in river valleys.
A
Fresh water, flat land and fertile soil
B
Hot climate
C
an abundance of Salt water
D
They hunted and gathered their foods from nearby
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Solution: In the early ages of human existence, the greatest civilisations existed near the river valleys. The rivers acted as a reliable source of water for agriculture and other human needs. The land beside the river was very fertile which facilitated agriculture, hence fulfilled the need of surplus food.

Detailed explanation-2: -Historians identify the four RVC as the first great civilizations of the world. They are the Tigris Euphrates River Valley, the Nile River Valley, the Indus River Valley, and the Huang-He River Valley.

Detailed explanation-3: -The earliest civilizations developed between 4000 and 3000 B.C.E., when the rise of agriculture and trade allowed people to have surplus food and economic stability. Many people no longer had to practice farming, allowing a diverse array of professions and interests to flourish in a relatively confined area.

Detailed explanation-4: -Those five characteristics are: advanced cities, specialized workers, complex institutions, record keeping, and advanced technology.

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