The people of the Fertile Crescent were able to grow crops primarily due to the flooding caused by spring rains. This annual flooding of rivers, such as the Tigris and Euphrates, deposited nutrient-rich silt onto the land, making it fertile and suitable for agriculture. Additionally, the proximity to rivers allowed for irrigation, which was essential in managing water resources for crop cultivation, especially during drier seasons.
What allowed the people of the Fertile Crescent to grow crops?
the seasonal droughts
the flooding caused by spring rains
planting crops on small areas of land
farming as close to the river as possible
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