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Settlements along the Nile River?
They settled there so if they where farmers their crops would get water and they had fertile land called silt. they also settled so if they would like to fish or anything like that they can do it.
What was the fertile soil in Egypt called?
it was called silt
What role did the annual flooding of the nile play in the development of an agricultural society?
The flooding of the Nile played a huge role in the development of an agricultural society. Egyptians would use the Nile's waters to irrigate their crops. The abundance it provided encouraged staying put and farming, rather than a migratory lifestyle.
How did Egyptians divide their year?
communicatiThe Ancient Egyptian year begins in June, and there are three seasons. The firsst season is known at shait, or the season of inundation. From the middle of July through Octobor the waters of the nile rise, bringing with them the precious silt that makes the soil fertile.
How did Mesopotamian farmers obtain the right amount of water for their crops?
1. Gates controlled how much water flowed from the river. 2. Main canals led from the river. They sloped down gently to keep the water flowing. 3. Medium-sized branch canals led away from the main canals. 4. Small feeder canals led directly to the fields. SHORTER ANSWER: Farmers built canals to carry water from the rivers to their fields. (irrigation) Built dams to hold back excess water during floods. Silt in water clogged the canals.
