Answer:
I do believe that it is a trick question on where the first civilization was located. but I do remember from high school that it was part of Syria. Or Iraq. I think it was Mesopotamia.
The appropriate choice for the non-event is ...
... A. The costs of sewing machines began to increase.
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Interchangeable parts generally reduce costs and increase demand (and production).
Construction of physical structures to protect coasts from erosive power of waves
Type of ground cover
Elevation
Proximity to a water body
Latitude
