How did the climate of the Mediterranean influence culture in the region?

A. Open-air architecture fit the climate very well.
B. Extreme temperature variations made long-term planning difficult.
C. Agriculture was not possible in this type of climate.
D. People tended to be less religious due to the climate.

Question

How did the climate of the Mediterranean influence culture in the region?

 		A.	Open-air architecture fit the climate very well.
 		B.	Extreme temperature variations made long-term planning difficult.
 		C.	Agriculture was not possible in this type of climate.
 		D.	People tended to be less religious due to the climate.

anonymous · Answer

The Mediterranean Sea became an invaluable resource for civilization, rather than a barrier between lands. The temperate climate provided for diverse and abundant agriculture, substantial trade, and the exchange of knowledge and technology throughout the region