In what way was the Nile both a benefit and a disadvantage for Egypt? (1 point) Responses It provided water and fertility, but also drew water from the surrounding desert, making it less fertile. It provided water and fertility, but also drew water from the surrounding desert, making it less fertile. It provided water and fertility, but also divided Upper Egypt from Lower Egypt. It provided water and fertility, but also divided Upper Egypt from Lower Egypt. It provided water and fertility, but also brought destruction through flooding. It provided water and fertility, but also brought destruction through flooding. It provided water and fertility, but also prevented Egyptians from reaching the Mediterranean.

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The Nile River was indeed both a benefit and a disadvantage for Egypt. The correct response would be: "It provided water and fertility, but also brought destruction through flooding." The Nile's annual floods enriched the soil and allowed for agriculture, but excessive flooding could destroy crops and settlements.