Question

What factors contributed to the emergence and growth of cities in desert regions, according to the provided text?

1. Ancient cities developed in desert regions primarily due to their proximity to major river systems, allowing for extensive agriculture.
2. Key ancient cities served as central points for administration, education, religion, commerce, and transportation.
3. Modern urban development in areas like West Asia and North Africa has been significantly driven by oil wealth.
4. The appeal of entertainment, such as casinos and golf courses, was a primary factor in the establishment of ancient desert cities.

• A. 1, 3
• B. 2, 4
• C. All
• D. 2, 3

Answer 1

Answer:

D. 2, 3

• Cities began to emerge in the desert regions of Asia and Africa more than 5000 years ago.

• Most of them were located on the margins of deserts rather than in the centre of them.

• Cities such as Cairo, Damascus and Baghdad served as centres of administration, education, religion, commercial activity and transportation

• Mecca and Medina are Islam's holiest cities

• In the past few decades, oil wealth in West Asia and North Africa has led to the founding of new cities and the transformation of older ones.

• Dubai, for instance, is a desert city known for its glitz and glamour, attracting tourists from all over the world.

• Tourists also flock to cities like Las Vegas in the USA, a city famous for its casinos and golf courses.