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What were three important environmental factors that influenced people's choices of where to settle in ancient times?
What were three important environmental factors that influenced people's choices of where to settle in ancient times?
- Mountains, forests, and animals
- Sunlight, climate, and animals
- Water, topography, and vegetation (correct)
- Weather, soil, and wildlife
Why was water considered the most important environmental factor in early human settlement?
Why was water considered the most important environmental factor in early human settlement?
- It allowed for irrigation and agriculture
- It provided a means for transportation and trade
- It offered protection from predators and enemies
- It was essential for drinking, bathing, and preventing disease (correct)
What physical features served as good sources of fresh water for early human settlements?
What physical features served as good sources of fresh water for early human settlements?
- Oceans, cliffs, and marshes
- Mountains, glaciers, and swamps
- Deserts, canyons, and plateaus
- Rivers, lakes, and inland seas (correct)
Why did farmers prefer to settle in flat, open areas such as plains and valleys?
Why did farmers prefer to settle in flat, open areas such as plains and valleys?
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What made mountains less friendly to human settlement?
What made mountains less friendly to human settlement?
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Why were deserts discouraging for human settlement?
Why were deserts discouraging for human settlement?
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What environmental factor was important for early human settlement in terms of topography?
What environmental factor was important for early human settlement in terms of topography?
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Why did the topography of an area matter for early human settlement?
Why did the topography of an area matter for early human settlement?
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