Question
Why was the annual flooding of the Nile River needed to grow crops?
Egypt received limited rain in desert areas.
Egypt received heavy rain in coastal areas.
Egypt received limited rain in forested areas.
Egypt received moderate rain in the river valley.
Egypt received limited rain in desert areas.
Egypt received heavy rain in coastal areas.
Egypt received limited rain in forested areas.
Egypt received moderate rain in the river valley.
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The correct reason is that **Egypt received limited rain in desert areas.** The annual flooding of the Nile River was crucial for agriculture in ancient Egypt because it provided the necessary water and fertile silt to irrigate crops in an otherwise arid environment. The inundation brought nutrient-rich sediment that replenished the soil, enabling the growth of crops like wheat and barley.