World History

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Objective

I can explain how the fertile land in Mesopotamia allowed civilizations to develop there.

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Practice

7 questions

1

Explain how the fertile land in Mesopotamia contributed to the development of cities.

2

Describe the role of irrigation in early Mesopotamian society and why it was necessary.

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Exit ticket

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Describe two ways the fertile land of Mesopotamia helped people grow enough food to support large populations. Explain how the ability to grow surplus food in Mesopotamia led to the development of specialized jobs beyond farming.

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