it would not be possible for to survive in a desert.

plants that store water in thick stems

plants with large leaves that tilt toward the sun

animals that get moisture from seeds, plants, or other animals

seeds that live until there is enough water to sprout

the catholic church withhold people's access to the bible during the middle ages.

people could go to church and listen to the teachings, but it was absolutely forbidden to own and/or read the books of both the old and new testaments. it was also prohibited to translate the books (which where originally in biblical hebrew) to any other language.

this was done so the church could remain in control of what their teachings were and to enhance their importance and power, while also being able to judge people's actions through information that was unavailable for the general public.