Question

Why was the Yellow River important for ancient Chinese dynasties?

Without the protection provided by the river, dynasties were open to invasion.
Without the food grown in the river valley, dynasties could not remain in power.
Without the transportation provided by the river, dynasties could not reach the sea.
Without the large population in the river valley, dynasties were unable to raise armies.

Answer 1

Explanation:

Perhaps the two most important geographical features of Ancient China were the two major rivers that flowed through central China: the Yellow River to the north and the Yangtze River to the south. These major rivers were a great source of fresh water, food, fertile soil, and transportation.