Explain how beer had civilizing influences and shaped the development of mesopotamia and egypt. this should be a longer summary response of 1-2 paragraphs, covering the material of the entire chapter.

The answer is: Helping in the construction of the pyramids, being a symbol of good luck and serving as a sedative during surgeries.

Explanation:

To build the pyramids of Giza in Egypt, the workers were paid beer. In general, bread and beer were considered the basis of a lifetime, so much so that in Egypt, "bread and beer" was an expression of good luck and prosperity. The Egyptians also used beer as a sedative during surgeries.

The answer is: Helping in the construction of the pyramids, being a symbol of good luck and serving as a sedative during surgeries.