PRESENTATION OUTLINE
Whaat climate problem did ancient Sumerians face?
CLIMATE PROBLEMS
- Hot summers
- Sparse rain
- Dry,parched land
- Huge floods
WHAT WAS THEIR SOLUTION TO THESE PROBLEMS.
- Created irrigation
- Built dams gates and canals
- Created artificial ponds for future use
How did the solution affect the development of Sumerian civilization in the following categories?
Having irrigation systems=> allowed farmers to move to cities=> needed less farmers
