Mesopotamia was a civilization in between two rivers (Tigris and Euphrates). It was the first civilization on Earth and used the rivers to grow crops. The rivers would flood every year that would make the ground very fertile. They developed a form of writing along with sports and schools and worshiped many gods. In present day middle east (Iraqi area). The land was ruled by Sargon, the leader. Ended very abruptly by droughts.
Nile river is located in Africa and was home to the ancient Egyptians. It flows through many countries. It was centered around the river for water. Egyptians settled around 5000 BCE and developed domestication, irrigation, buildings (pyramids). They were like farmers of today, just with camels and deserts. Invented mummification to bury rich people. They worshiped many gods.
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