CIVILIZATION
SUMERIAN
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Question
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What was the chief purpose of dams and reservoirs?
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to allow travel by boat
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to make it easier to fish
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to store water for later use
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to protect villages from attack
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The primary purpose of dams is for storage and safe retention of water in large quantity which is subsequently released to achieve various purposes such as irrigation, hydropower, recreation, water supply, flood prevention etc.
Detailed explanation-2: -A dam is a barrier that stops or restricts the flow of water or underground streams. Reservoirs created by dams not only suppress floods but also provide water for activities such as irrigation, human consumption, industrial use, aquaculture, and navigability.
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