In North Africa, people settle near river systems, particularly the Nile River. This is because rivers provide a reliable source of water for drinking, irrigation, and agricultural activities, supporting the growth of civilizations. A specific location they settle is along the banks of the Nile in Egypt, where agriculture thrives. In contrast, some tropical wet regions in Africa are less populated due to challenging conditions such as dense vegetation, disease prevalence, and the difficulty in developing infrastructure in these areas.
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Based on the above passage, in what ways has geography affected settlement patterns in North Africa?
A complete answer will include the following information:
3-4 complete sentences in paragraph form
what physical feature people settled near
explain why they settled in that location
identify a specific location where they settled
why are some tropical wet regions of Africa less populated
You may use the sentence starters below to help you, or you may write your own original 3-4 sentences.
In North Africa, people settle near _________. This is because ________________________________. A specific location they settle is ________________________________________. In contrast, some tropical wet regions in Africa are _______________________.
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