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Thesis: Early Egyptian civilization developed along the Nile River because water was very scarce elsewhere in Egypt. I. Introduction: A. Throughout history there have been many civilizations observed to begin and develop along rivers B. Egyptians developed along the Nile River because of the necessity of water II. Sahara Desert lack of water resources drives Egyptians toward the Nile: A. Definition of desert 1. A desert is a region that few life forms can survive; especially humans, because of lack of water or absence of soil B. The Sahara desert; throughout history, has undergone many climate changes 1. The Sahara desert was very dry and arid after last Ice Age a. In need of water, led to original Egyptian migration to the Nile River 2. Due to massive amounts rain, the Sahara became habitable a. Egyptians benefited from livestock and vegetation 3. Desertification of the Sahara Desert a. Egyptian population shifts back toward the Nile III. The River provides many natural necessities and advantages A. Egyptians relied on The Nile River’s yearly floods 1. Flood water made land very fertile, which allowed farming to be possible a. Laid seed and grew crops 2. With steady water supply, Egyptians learn how to use the river water more efficiently a. Developed process of irrigation b. Increased output and variety of agriculture B. The Nile River is heavily populated with fish 1. Certain regions of Nile had unreliable flooding, causing some to resort to fishing 2. Size and amount of fish was very large IV. Conclusion A. The Nile River provided Egyptians many necessities 1. Hydration, farming, irrigation, fish etc. B. The Nile River provided a more positive and efficient way of life
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Why did early Egyptian civilization develop along the Nile River? Egyptian civilization develops