Which geographic feature played the largest role in creating independent Greek city-states?

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The mountains prevented city-states from interacting.

The mountains prevented city-states from interacting.

The climate was dry and crops were hard to grow.

The climate was dry and crops were hard to grow.

The sea provided a living for merchants and sailors.

The sea provided a living for merchants and sailors.

The low coastal lands were fertile ......

Answer 1

The geographic feature that played the largest role in creating independent Greek city-states is:

The mountains prevented city-states from interacting.

The mountainous terrain of Greece created natural barriers that led to the development of isolated communities, which ultimately evolved into independent city-states (poleis). These city-states had distinct cultures, governments, and identities due to their geographic separation.