Question

In what way was the Nile both a benefit and a disadvantage for Egypt A) it provided water and fertility but also drew water from the surrounding dessert making it less fertile. B) it provided water and fertility but also divided upper Egypt from lower Egypt C) it provided water and fertility but also brought destruction through flooding. D) it provided water and fertility but also prevented Egyptians from reaching the Mediterranean

Answer 1

The correct answer is C - The Nile was both a benefit and a disadvantage for Egypt because whilst it provided water and fertility, is also brought destruction through flooding. An interesting fact is that the Ancient Egyptians actually thought that the reason for this regular flooding each year was the annual mourning of the Goddess Isis, as she cried for her deceased husband Osiris.