The Euphrates River was a very important part of the development of ancient trade routes and economies in Western Asia. The Euphrates is also steeped in the history of the Middle East. The city of Ur, along the Euphrates, is the birthplace of the Biblical figure Abraham.
Which of these best describes the economic value of the Euphrates?
A.
recreational use
B.
a source of fish
C.
transportation
D.
separated countries