The correct classification is: Greece and Rome are classical civilizations.
Here’s a brief explanation of each option:
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Mesopotamia and Greece are river valley civilizations. (Incorrect) Mesopotamia is a river valley civilization (located between the Tigris and Euphrates rivers), but Greece is not; it is more known for its various city-states and maritime capabilities.
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West Africa and China are classical civilizations. (Incorrect) While China is classified as a classical civilization, West Africa is generally not classified in the same way as a classical civilization.
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Greece and Rome are classical civilizations. (Correct) Both Greece and Rome are considered classical civilizations, known for their significant contributions to culture, politics, philosophy, and more.
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Egypt and Indus are classical civilizations. (Incorrect) While Egypt is often referred to as an early civilization, and the Indus Valley Civilization is historically significant, they are not typically classified as "classical" civilizations in the same context as Greece and Rome.
Thus, the only correct pairing regarding civilizations and their classifications from the options provided is Greece and Rome as classical civilizations.