Question

Why was "fertile crescent" used to describe the larger area where ancient Mesopotamia was found? Use the map of ancient Mesopotamia and context clues as evidence in your explanation.​

Answer 1

Named for its rich soils, the Fertile Crescent, often called the “cradle of civilization,” is found in the Middle East. Because of this region's relatively abundant access to water, the earliest civilizations were established in the Fertile Crescent, including the Sumerians.

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