Question

why were the earliest cities mostly developed over the banks of river give three reasons​

Answer 1

Answer:

because of water availability and the soil fertile to grow crops

Answer 2

Water projects to control river water, prevent floods and provide irrigation required social cooperation and organization, which helped form civilization.

Water is necessary and desirable for human, animal and plant life. Water is necessary for agriculture and raising livestock. Game and birds are more prevalent near rivers. Fish inhabit rivers and can be harvested to support humans.

Rivers facilitate trade, production & distribution of agricultural goods and communication.

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