From my little knowledge of what Guns,
Germs, & Steel is, I would say that Jared Diamond WAS on track
with his theory of geographic luck. The advancements of the Agricultural
Revolution were based in Mesopotamia which had very good climate and
geographical conditions such as rivers and grasslands and animals that were
able to be domesticated which was perfect for farming and
raising livestock. These resources let them focus more on making tools and
growing their families and population instead of tasks such as hunting and
gathering for food. These communities are the first known advanced civilizations.This is an example of how the geographic advantages helped these civilizations grow and advance faster than other areas
Good start, Ali. Even without seeing GG&S, though, I would have liked to have seen a little more discussion of, say, the advantages of domesticated crops. I tend to be somewhat demanding when it somes to writing assignments. Go get 'em next time!
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