alleryWhy did early farmers value staple crops?
AThey need no water
BThey taste very sweet
CThey grow overnight
DThey store well for long
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: D. They store well for long
1. Staples give needed nutrition.
2. They can also be stored a long time without decay.
3. This helps through dry or cold seasons.
_Source: Wikipedia, "Staple food" (rev 1378001192), section "Lead section"_
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