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Compare ancient river civilizations: geography and society

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A civilization is a complex society with organized communities and governments. Many of the world's first civilizations began as small agricultural societies near rivers.

Rivers helped some early agricultural societies to develop into civilizations. Match each river characteristic to the way it helped early agricultural societies.

People could use boats to travel along rivers, which allowed them to spread information, ideas, and goods more easily.

Farmers plant their crops in fertile soil close to the river.

People could use water to grow their crops and feed their animals. Then, they could use both the animals and the crops as food.

Characteristics of rivers

How rivers helped people in early agricultural societies

Rivers flood when it rains, washing fertile soil from the river bottom onto the shore.

Rivers were a source of fresh water.

Rivers connected many ancient cities and towns.

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