Question

Which one of the following statements is true according to the author?

• A. Agriculture has always been part of all civilizations.
• B. Not all civilizations have undergone the processes of agriculture.
• C. Agriculture gave birth to new civilizations.
• D. Communities discontinued agriculture to become civilizations.

Hint:

Agriculture is often the starting point for societal development, enabling the transition from subsistence living to the formation of complex civilizations.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The passage suggests that the development of agriculture was a crucial factor in the emergence of civilizations. As agricultural productivity increased, it allowed societies to develop specialized roles, build infrastructure, and create new ideologies. Thus, agriculture was the foundation for the birth of new civilizations.
Therefore, the correct answer is "Agriculture gave birth to new civilizations."