How did rivers affect the locations of early settlements in Georgia?

Question

A. People often settled near shoals where it was easier to cross the river
B. People often settled away from rivers and other bodies of water
C. People typically settled near rivers where the rapids were high
D. People usually settled in areas where riverbeds were even and shallow

Answer 1

A. People often settled near shoals where it was easier to cross the river

Rivers were crucial for early settlements because they provided essential resources such as water for drinking and farming, access to transportation, and fertile land for agriculture. Settling near shoals made it easier for people to cross rivers, facilitating trade and movement.

Answer 2

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