Effect of the Nile River on Egyptian Civilization

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How might the Egyptians explain a season of destructive flooding?

They might believe that they were being punished by one of their gods.

What was the effect of the Nile River on government?

Early Egyptian government developed to organize construction of irrigation around the Nile River.

What was the effect of the Nile River on religion?

Early Egyptian religion helped explain the unpredictable flooding of the Nile.

What was the effect of the Nile River on trade?

Egyptians were able to trade their products in different regions of Egypt, which strengthened the Egyptian economy.

How did the Nile's flooding benefit Egyptian agriculture?

It provided water and fertile soil for crops.

Why is Nile River called the "superhighway" of ancient Egypt?

It was the main route of transportation. It's like a highway and most items can be traded along this route.

What was the effect of the Nile River on transportation?

The Nile River allowed for efficient transportation by boat. Egyptians build boats to carry people and products on the Nile.

What was the effect of the Nile River on agriculture?

The Nile allowed Egyptians to grow crops, but is also could flood and destroy crops.


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