Drawing Conclusions How did the physical geography of ancient Egypt shape the development of its civilization?

The main geographic feature in Egypt were the Nile River and climate of ancient Egypt. The Nile River was a source for an irrigation canal. The biggest territory of ancient Egypt was a desert. However, a small part of fertile land on the banks of the Nile river made it possible for civilizations to grow. So the farmers must live near the river to work. The flooding of the Nile affected the ancient Egyptians because it was necessary for a good harvest since the floods contained silt which is good for farming.