Question

Look at the map.

A map of the Indus Valley Civilization is shown. The cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro are both indicated on the map in their locations along the Indus River, which flows from the Himalayan Mountains to the Arabian Sea.

How did the location of the ancient cities of Harappa and Mohenjo-Daro contribute to their development?

(1 point)
Responses

Their location was near major trade routes.
Their location was near major trade routes.

Their location near rivers provided rich soil that produced plentiful crops.
Their location near rivers provided rich soil that produced plentiful crops.

Their location allowed crops to receive enough rainfall.
Their location allowed crops to receive enough rainfall.

Their location provided abundant natural resources and little need to trade.

Answer 1

Their location near rivers provided rich soil that produced plentiful crops.