Question

Which geographic factors influenced the location of Russia’s first civilization in what is today Ukraine?

sheltered harbors and short winters


deep valleys and reliable rainfall


rich soil and fairly mild climate

Answer 1

The correct answer is "rich soil and fairly mild climate."

Ukraine is located southwest of Russia, in an area with a climate that's easier to live in than Russia's.

The soil was better, and climate less aggressive with milder winters, which made it better for early Russians to grow crops and farm. The black soil of Ukraine is super fertile.

Answer 2

The correct answer is rich soil and fairly mild climate

The soil was great for the early Russian society because they didn't yet have the technology to move further north where they are now. The climate was good for growing crops and the soil was rich which made it possible for agriculture to develop and for people to settle in the area.