Answer:
"Factors controlling the distribution of rainfall over the earth's surface are the belts of converging-ascending air flow (see doldrums; polar front), air temperature, moisture-bearing winds, ocean currents, distance inland from the coast, and mountain ranges."
Explanation:
The common geographic factor for Egypt and the fertile crescent were the big rivers, they made big alluvial deposits on their shores each year and allowed the people to have sufficient amount of food production. That opened the gates for civilizations to flourish in this places.