What key role did the location of the Tigris and the Euphrates river play on the development of Mesopotamia?

A: Mesopotamia was settled between the two rivers to take advantage of the natural barrier produced by the Arabian Desert.

B: Mesopotamia was settled between the two rivers to take advantage of the protection provided by the rivers.

C: Mesopotamia was settled between the two rivers to take advantage of the fertile soil produced by floods.

D:Mesopotamia was settled between the two rivers to take advantage of the drinking water provided by the Persian Gulf.

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Brynn Mercado · Answer 1

Answer=C

Most all ancient civilizations settled near river valleys. This was due to the fertile soil produced by the floods.