Nile+or+Jordan?

Nile River or Jordan River?



Both the Nile River and the Jordan River brought fresh water to their regions. Also, both rivers contained an abundance of fish and water birds that provided food for people. However, the Nile River had a regular, annual flood. The Jordan River flooded much less regularly.

Where would you rather settle your large civilization of people - near the Jordan River or near the Nile River? Explain one advantage and one disadvantage of settling near each river. Write your answers in your Scavenger Hunt sheet.