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What were three important environmental factors that influenced people's choices of where to settle in ancient times?
Water, topography, and vegetation
Why was water considered the most important environmental factor in early human settlement?
It was essential for drinking, bathing, and preventing disease
What physical features served as good sources of fresh water for early human settlements?
Rivers, lakes, and inland seas
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?
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Why were deserts discouraging for human settlement?
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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?
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