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Synthesizing Sources — Quiz

Question 4 • English Language Arts 12

Jerome is researching the importance of the Nile River for the ancient Egyptians. Which source would provide Jerome with the most useful information?

Answer
A
an inventory by an ancient Egyptian merchant describing goods that were traded while traveling on the Nile
B
a historical text explaining how the Nile impacted ancient Egyptian agriculture and transportation
C
an encyclopedia entry describing the geographic features of the Nile Valley in ancient Egypt
D
a map depicting the flow of the Nile River from Egypt through northeast Africa and into the Mediterranean Sea

Explanation

Jerome wants to learn about the Nile River’s importance to ancient Egyptians. A historical text explaining how the river affected agriculture and transportation directly addresses its role in their lives. The other sources give narrower information, such as traded goods, geography, or the river’s route.

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