Which of the following best contrasts the role that geography played in the development of civilizations in egypt and in mesoamerica? a. egypt’s nile river provided a source of water for both farming and transportation; the slow and swamplike rivers in mesoamerica caused people to rely more on rainwater for farming. b. egypt’s yellow river valley contributed to the development of trading networks; the slow and swamplike rivers in mesoamerica caused people to rely more on rainwater for farming. c. the slow and swamplike rivers in egypt caused people to rely more on rainwater for farming; mesoamerica’s indus river contributed to the development of trading networks. d. the slow and swamplike rivers in egypt caused people to rely more on rainwater for farming; mesoamerica’s yellow river valley was fertile and ideal for farming.

Option: A. Egypt’s Nile River provided a source of water for both farming and transportation; the slow and swamp like rivers in Mesoamerica caused people to rely more on rainwater for farming.

Explanation:

Egypt civilization was able to flourish because of the Nile River. The Nile River played a crucial role in providing fertile soil for farming, source of drinking water, food, and for transporting (trade).

Mesoamerica civilizations were able to thrive because of their relying on the rainwater, which helped them to cultivate crops like maize, beans, and squash.

i would say your answer is a)

sorry if im wrong

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