Quiz3 Flashcards

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What is the Fertile Crescent?

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A large area of rich and fertile farmland

The Fertile Crescent is known for being one of the earliest regions of human civilization.

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What is irrigation?

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A way of supplying water to an area of land

Irrigation is crucial for agriculture, especially in arid regions.

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What are canals?

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Human made waterways

Canals are often used for irrigation and transportation.

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What does surplus mean?

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More than needed

Surplus in agriculture allows for trade and storage.

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What is division of labor?

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Type of arrangement where each worker specializes in a particular task or job

Division of labor increases efficiency in production.

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What is silt?

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A mixture of rich soil and tiny rocks deposited by moving water

Silt is important for fertile land and agriculture.

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Where was the Fertile Crescent located?

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It extended from Asia Minor to the Persian Gulf

This region is significant in the history of agriculture and civilization.

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What are the geographical features of Northern Mesopotamia?

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A plateau bordered on the north and the east by mountains

These geographical features played a role in the development of ancient civilizations.

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