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the river thames stretches 215 miles across southern england. more than eighty islands are scattered throughout its length. the thames runs right through the center of london. this made the river essential to the growth and success of both london and the united kingdom.
3having the thames flow through the city allowed trade ships from around the world to come and go with ease, making london the major transportation hub of england for centuries. the amount of money brought in by both national and international trade made london one of the major commerce centers of europe.

what would be the best response to the question, “how did the thames the united kingdom flourish? ”
a) the thames supplied the country with fresh drinking water.
b) the thames prevented many enemies from invading the country.
c) the thames inspired many of the country’s artists and writers.
d) the thames provided the country with a center for international trade.