Read the following description of an early civilization. what effect would geography likely have had on this civilization?

the ancient phoenician civilization developed along the mediterranean sea. they controlled trade throughout their region, which eventually stretched into egypt. the temperate climate allowed them to develop permanent settlements into complex cities.

a. it would allow them leisure time to pursue art and philosophy.
b. it would cause them to live in peace with neighboring civilizations.
c. it would result in a society with little stratification, as most people were traveling merchants.
d. it would prevent them from developing a distinct cultural identity.

The correct answer is C) It would result in a society with little stratification, as most people were traveling merchants.

The effect would geography likely have had on this civilization was that it would result in a society with little stratification, as most people were traveling merchants.

The Phoenician civilization developed along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Its cities were located in what today is Syria, Israel, and Lebanon. They were sailors by nature. They built great ships for that time. The geography and the wheater conditions favored their trade activities and allowed them to grow and prosper. From 1500 to 332 BCE, the Phoenician civilization was one of the most dominant in the region.

c. troops marched forward in close formation against newer, more accurate weapons