Explanation: Some of the similarities between the Egyptian and Kush Civilizations were:
• Both civilizations had settled along the Nile River, so they took advantage of the resources provided by the tributary.
• They based their economy on Agriculture.
• They came to practice the same religion (Christianity), Although Egypt had a complex system of polytheistic beliefs, over time Christianity expanded to both Civilizations.
• Similarity in its infrastructure and construction techniques since both civilizations possessed pyramids.
President Wilson asked the Congress to arm the American merchant ships because of the dangers that lay ahead. He wanted to safeguard the ship from any imminent attack. He also wanted to protect America no matter the cost.
